This particular coffee is the work of a number of smallholder growers from the area of La Plata within the department of Huila. As with all specialty coffee, the cherry is picked and meticulously sorted before depulping and undergoing a classic washed process.
As part of a program initiated by Cafe Imports the next step in decaffeinating, which is breaking from industry norms (and unnecessary food-miles) with decaf processing occurring in-country before export. Using local natural sugar cane to create Ethyl Acetate, the coffee is soaked in a E.A solution to remove caffeine
Style: Whole bean
Flavour profile: Dark chocolate, caramel, orange rind
Origin: Colombia
Region: Huila
Variety: Caturra, Castillo, Colombia
Process: Washed sugar cane EA decaffeination
Climpson & Sons have been sourcing, roasting and crafting speciality coffee from East London since 2002. Their sourcing philosophy is primarily directed at flavour and quality. Alongside which their ethos towards sustainability and ethical sourcing protocols ensure the coffees they roast and sell do not only have character but a transparent story. They reward quality by paying a higher price to the producer with the mindset of forming relationships year after year.
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