Varieties and species

Pache

Also known as Pache común · Pache colis

What it is and what sets it apart: Pache is a variety or species documented in specialty coffee. Foundational Arabica lineage; many modern varieties descend from Typica or Typica×Bourbon crosses. Also known as Pache común, Pache colis. Reference genetics: Foundational Coffea arabica lineage, related to Bourbon and many traditional selections.

Flavours in the cup: Elegant, clean cup: florals, tea, soft citrus and delicate sweetness; refined rather than aggressive acidity. Process (washed, natural, honey), elevation and roast can shift this guidance a lot.

Technical notes and growing zone: Usual zone and origins: Guatemala, México. Guidance altitude: 1.400–1.900 m. Habit: Tall small tree with long branches and a conical habit; usually moderate yielding. Cultivation: Needs room and sound plant health; rust-susceptible but rewarding at elevation.

Usage tips: Filter with thorough extraction shows clarity; in espresso, a slightly longer recipe helps. In Cafesito, search the name with origin and process; compare lots before judging the variety.

Common mistakes: Expecting Gesha or SL28 profiles; underextracting and losing florals; buying low-elevation Typica as premium specialty.

Variety profile

Altitude, origins, cultivation and cup profile.

Key facts

  • Altitude 1.400–1.900 m

Growing origins

  • Guatemala
  • México

Tree / habit

  • Tall small tree with long branches and a conical habit; usually moderate yielding.

Cultivation

  • Needs room and sound plant health; rust-susceptible but rewarding at elevation.

Cup profile

  • Elegant, clean cup: florals, tea, soft citrus and delicate sweetness; refined rather than aggressive acidity.

Brewing hints

  • Filter with thorough extraction shows clarity; in espresso, a slightly longer recipe helps.

Genetics

  • Foundational Coffea arabica lineage, related to Bourbon and many traditional selections.

Tree of life

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