Philippines Luzon Baguio Arabica
Caramel, nuts and mild citrus from the cool highlands around Baguio, the City of Pines.
An arabica from the Cordillera highlands around Baguio, the mountain city of northern Luzon. The cup is gentle and sweet, with caramel, nuts, mild citrus and cocoa. Brewed in a French press at 93°C.
Sensory profile
How it unfolds
Where it sits
That is 90 mg in one serving (8 oz cup (240 ml)), a concentration of 37.5 mg per 100 ml. The scale above ranks whole servings, and servings differ in size, so a larger drink can sit further right while being weaker cup for cup.
Editorial estimate, not a laboratory measurement
| Brewing method | French Press |
|---|---|
| Coffee-to-water ratio | 1:17 |
| Dose & yield | 14.4g → 240g |
| Grind size | Medium-coarse |
| Water temperature | 199°F / 93°C |
| Target brew time | 4:00 |
| Serving | 8 oz cup (240 ml) |
What you need
- 14.4 g whole coffee beans, freshly roasted
- 240 g filtered water at 93°C
Required gear
- French press
- Burr grinder
- Kettle
- Scale
- Timer
- Long spoon for the crust
Step-by-step protocol
- 0:00Pre-heat the press, then add 14.4 g ground medium-coarse.
- 0:00Pour 240 g of water at 93°C in one go and start the timer. Fit the lid without plunging.
- 4:00Break the crust with a spoon and skim off the foam and floating grounds.
- 4:00Press slowly — if it resists, stop pressing rather than forcing it.
- 4:05Decant every drop immediately into a warmed vessel. Coffee left on the grounds keeps extracting.
What it may be good for
A number worth knowing
We list about 90 mg for an 8 oz cup.
Baguio or Benguet?
Baguio is a city surrounded by Benguet province, so coffee from the hills around it can be sold under either name. If the label names a farm or a town, such as Atok or La Trinidad, you know more about where it grew.
What to watch out for
- Caffeine affects everyone differently. If you are pregnant or nursing, sensitive to caffeine, or have been told to limit it, check with your doctor about how much is right for you.
An arabica from the Cordillera highlands around Baguio, the mountain city of northern Luzon. The cup is gentle and sweet, with caramel, nuts, mild citrus and cocoa. Brewed in a French press at 93°C.
Origin & Story
Baguio sits at about 1,465 meters in the mountains of northern Luzon, and it is cool enough that the Philippines calls it the Summer Capital. Pines cover the hills, which gave it another name, the City of Pines, and daily temperatures run from about 15 to 23°C.
The land was home to the Ibaloi long before the city, and they called the place Kafagway. American colonial authorities founded Baguio as a hill station in 1900, and it became a chartered city in 1909, laid out by the architect Daniel Burnham. Today its markets sell flowers, strawberries and the highland vegetables known as Baguio vegetables.
Coffee grows in the mountains around it. Igorot farmers, a name that covers the Ibaloi, the Kankanaey and the other peoples of the Cordillera, grow most of it on small plots, and the coffee of the surrounding province, Benguet, is often sold as Benguet or Cordillera arabica.
Coffees from these highlands are usually gentle and sweet, and this one is caramel, nuts and cocoa with a touch of citrus.
Because it is gentle, a French press with a medium-coarse grind keeps the cup round. Brew 14.4 g of coffee in 240 ml of water at 93°C for four minutes.
Reading the Flavor Profile
| Axis | Score |
|---|---|
| Sweetness | 75/100 |
| Acidity | 60/100 |
| Bitterness | 45/100 |
| Body | 65/100 |
| Aroma | 75/100 |
These values are comparative editorial positions within our own catalog, calibrated so entries can be ranked against each other. They are not laboratory measurements.
How much caffeine is in Philippines Luzon Baguio Arabica?
One serving, 8 oz cup (240 ml), contains approximately 90 mg of caffeine.
What temperature should I use for Philippines Luzon Baguio Arabica?
Target 93°C (199°F).
How long should Philippines Luzon Baguio Arabica be extracted?
Timing: 4:00. Method: French Press. Ratio: 60g per litre water. Grind or leaf format: Medium-coarse.
Why is Baguio called the City of Pines?
Pine trees cover the hills around the city, which sits at about 1,465 meters in northern Luzon. Its cool climate, with daily temperatures from about 15 to 23°C, has also earned it the title Summer Capital of the Philippines.
Who are the Igorot?
Igorot is a collective name for the indigenous peoples of the Cordillera mountains of northern Luzon, including the Ibaloi and the Kankanaey. Igorot farmers grow much of the region's coffee.
Who should avoid Philippines Luzon Baguio Arabica?
Caffeine affects everyone differently. If you are pregnant or nursing, sensitive to caffeine, or have been told to limit it, check with your doctor about how much is right for you. This information is educational and is not medical advice. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, managing a cardiac or gastrointestinal condition, or taking prescription medication, discuss caffeine and botanical intake with a qualified healthcare professional before making changes.
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