Jorge Hernando Cuellar ( Espresso Roasted )

COUNTRY: Colombia

STATE: Antioquia

MUNICIPALITY: Caicedo

TOWN: Urrao

ELEVATION: 1,980m above sea level

VARIETY: Chiroso

PROCESSING: Washed

FARM OWNER: Jorge Hernando Cuellar

This 100% Chiroso variety microlot was produced by Jorge Cuéllar and his family, on their eleven hectare farm El Encanto (which translates to “the enchantment, or enchanting one” in Spanish), in the small community of Urrao, located in the municipality of Caicedo, in the state of Antioquia, Colombia.

Chiroso was initially planted in Urrao as it is well-suited to the cooler temperatures of the region and has higher productivity than its alternative, Caturra. It has since been recognised for its unique and complex cup characteristics and is becoming more sought after by specialty buyers. Recent DNA studies done on the variety have shown Chiroso to be an Ethiopian landrace variety (similar to the famous Gesha variety), though it is still unclear how it ended up in Antioquia, Colombia

This coffee was selectively hand-harvested, with most labour being provided by Jorge and his family. The coffee was processed using the washed method at El Encanto’s mill. The coffee was then hand pulped and placed into a fermentation tank. Because of the cooler climate in Urrao, producers like Jorge tend to ferment the coffees for longer than usual and will often blend several days’ worth of pickings over a three day period. Every day freshly picked cherry is pulped and added to the mix. This is key, as it lowers the pH level and – along with the cooler temperatures – allows for an extended fermentation process. This fermentation process contributes to a vibrant, winey acidity in the coffee’s cup profile.

The coffee was then carefully dried on a patio for about 10–18 days. Once dry, the coffee was delivered to Pergamino’s warehouse, where it was cupped and graded, and then rested in parchment until it was ready for export.

Suitable for Espresso Machine, Mokka Pot, Stove Top, French press, and Filter brewing methods

Recommended Espresso Machine,Mokka Pot,French press

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