Limited Cooperative Lot Release
Micro-Roasted to Order | NET WT 12 OZ (340 G)
Fruited tones are immediately evident in this Bourbon coffee from Colombia’s Huila Department, resolving into a juicy, dark berry–driven cup accented by gentle spice and a subtle winey aromatic note. Evaluated at 88.2 points, it delivers a layered, syrupy-sweet profile with nuanced brightness and a medium body—showcasing the refined, high-altitude Bourbon character Huila is known for.
Sourced from a carefully selected cooperative of small farms, this lot expresses clarity, balance, and fruit-forward depth across roast development. Bright red and dark berries lead at lighter roasts, while deeper development brings prune, dark cocoa, and molasses, all supported by a clean structure and lingering sweetness. This washed Excelso Bourbon presents a composed, expressive cup that reflects both regional consistency and meticulous post-harvest care.
The Producer
Sourced from multiple small farms in Colombia’s Huila Department—including towns like Pitalito, Timaná, Palestina, Oporapa, and Saladoblanco—planted between 1,600–1,950 m above sea level. Each farm is small-scale, typically less than 5 acres, and processes coffee individually or in small neighbor-shared wet mills. Pulped and fermented for 25–30 hours in tanks, the beans are then carefully dried indoors on covered patios for 2–3 weeks to preserve clarity, sweetness, and fruit-forward complexity. Bourbon varietals are cultivated with attention to cup balance, producing nuanced, layered coffees with syrupy texture.
The Roast
Light-Medium — Juicy and bright with syrupy red fruit, fresh strawberry, and subtle winey notes. A hint of spice tea and gentle raw sugar sweetness round out the cup, finishing clean and lively.
Medium — Smooth, balanced, and fruit-forward, featuring dark berries, plum, and prune alongside mild cocoa undertones. Syrupy body and delicate spice develop on the finish for a harmonized, sweet cup.
The Method
Drip (Auto Brewer) • French Press • Clever Dripper
The Profile
Origin — Colombia (Renowned for high-altitude estates producing world-class, specialty-grade coffees)
Region — Huila towns of Pitalito, Timaná, Oporapa, Palestina, and Saladoblanco (High-altitude zones delivering clarity and layered fruit sweetness)
Altitude — 1,600–1,950 m (Promotes slow bean maturation, bright acidity, and syrupy body)
Processing — Wet Process (Washed) (Expertly washed to enhance sweetness, clarity, and refined flavor notes)
Drying Method — Covered Sun-Dried (Meticulously dried to perfection, preventing defects and preserving nuance)
Cultivar Detail — Bourbon (Classic varietal prized for fruit-forward sweetness, balanced body, and complexity)
Grade — Excelso (Top commercial grade recognized in Colombia)
Screen Size — 15–17 (Carefully selected large beans for consistent flavor)
Appearance — 0.0 Primary & Secondary Defects Per 12 OZ (340 G) Bag (Competition-grade quality, exceptionally clean)
Cupping Score — 88.2 Points (Sweet, bright, and well-balanced cup with syrupy clarity and layered fruit)
Farm Gate Certified — Coffee purchased directly from the farm or producer, ensuring farmers are paid fairly and transparently while maintaining exceptional, traceable bean quality
Storage Method — Individually Double Vacuum Sealed (Ensuring maximum freshness and protection from moisture, oxygen, and flavor loss)
Resting Period — Whole bean rests best 7–10 days post roast—ground coffee can be opened upon delivery
