Tutti frutti – Colombia
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Product detailed description
San Agustín
High in the mountains of the southern Huila province in Colombia, the municipality of San Agustín is home to a vibrant community of coffee growers cultivating some of the most exceptional coffee beans in the region. Located at 1,750 meters above sea level, this area is not only famous for its ideal coffee growing conditions but is also a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its rich archaeological heritage. Local farmers meticulously tend to prized coffee varieties such as Pink Bourbon, Caturra, Colombia, and Castillo, grown in harmony with the surrounding forests. With our support and guidance, these growers master innovative coffee techniques—elevating the flavor profiles and quality of their coffees. The result is a cup that tells a story of heritage, innovation, and a deep connection between the land and its people.
5 Days of Fermentation
Pink Bourbon coffee cherries are first subjected to 48 hours of pre-fermentation in sealed plastic bags, which gives them a distinct depth of flavor. The cherries are then de-pulped, and the beans, still covered in mucilage, are inoculated with dried ground banana. This unique step creates a creamy structure with a subtle banana undertone. The beans are then fermented for five days in this banana mucilage mixture, enhancing the coffee's complexity. After fermentation, the beans are pre-dried on open terraces in the sun and then mechanically dried in static silos to achieve consistency. The process concludes with a 30-day stabilization, allowing the flavors to meld for a well-integrated cup.
About this coffee
Cupping score: 88.00
Farm: San Augustin
Producer: small farmers coop
Region: Huila
Altitude: 1750 masl
Variety: Pink bourbon
Processing: co-fermented honey
About the Variety
Pink Bourbon is an Arabica coffee variety distinguished by the unusual pink color of its ripe cherries and its exceptionally complex flavor profile. Originally thought to be a hybrid of Red and Yellow Bourbon, recent genetic research has shown it is more accurately an Ethiopian landrace variety.
Co-fermentation
Co-fermentation is a coffee processing method where producers add external ingredients, such as fruit or spices, to the coffee during fermentation. This technique allows the coffee to absorb unique flavors and aromas from the added ingredients, creating a distinctive and complex cup profile.
