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Introduction to coffee producing areas in Honduras (4): the Golden Mountains of Opalaca
4. The Golden Mountains of Opalaca: this area, which contains the provinces of Santa B á bara, Intibuca and Lempira, has good climatic conditions and brings perfectly balanced cup test results.
Along its mountains, you can see the rich plant diversity of the five protected areas, which is the origin of the name of the Opalaca Mountains.
Its altitude is an ideal range for coffee cultivation and has become a major source of income for residents in the region. The population of these provinces includes a certain proportion of Lenca Indians.
Cup test characteristics
Delicate acidity, pleasant aromas, well-balanced tropical fruit flavors, sweet finish and soft palate.
Altitude
1200-1600 msnm
Annual rainfall
1800-2200 mm / year
Temperature
Between 18 and 22 °C
Variety
Caturra, Cutuai, Typica
Harvest season
November to February
Data source: http://www.cafedehonduras.org/
