Colombia El Obraje - Filter

Colombia El Obraje - Filter

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• Producers + Mill:

Coming soon!

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• Varieties:

The Costa Rica 95 variety is a genetic material from the Catimor family, developed by the Costa
Rican Coffee Institute (ICAFE). Its lineage is the result of a controlled cross between the Timor
Hybrid and the Caturra variety.
Although of Central American origin, its introduction to Colombia marked a significant evolution
in coffee cultivation across several regions. Its entry into the country was first documented in the
department of Antioquia, from where it eventually spread toward the south. Currently, it is a
prominent variety in Huila and Nariño; in these areas, the combination of volcanic soils and high
altitude has allowed the CR-95 to express a complex sensory profile, surpassing the standard
quality of other commercial Catimors.

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• Process:

Pablo, along with a team of pickers, harvests only the ripest cherries. Then, the cherries are
placed in the sorting area at El Obraje farm, where the sorting team hand-sorts and floats them
to remove any low-density, underripe, or defective cherries.
Once sorted, the cherries undergo a 30-hour underwater fermentation, a critical step that
enhances the coffee's flavor profile. This controlled fermentation carried by Pablo follows the
Cofinet’s protocol. This controlled fermentation process allows the sugars, organic acids, and
other compounds within the cherries to break down gradually, stimulating the development of
delicate yet interesting profile.
The 30-hour fermentation period is carefully calibrated to strike the perfect balance between
developing flavor complexity and preserving the coffee's inherent qualities. This results in a
harmonious balance of sweetness and acidity, giving our washed coffees a bright and lively
character. After fermentation, the cherries are pulped, and the mucilage is thoroughly washed
away. Once coffees are washed they are spread out on raised beds. The team monitors them
closely to ensure even drying and optimal quality. We aim for 9.5% -11% moisture content,
which is the perfect point for us.

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• Region: Narino
• Producer: Pablo Guerrero
• Importer: Cofinet
• Price (green ex Shipping): £13p kg

• Varieties: Costa Rica 95
• Process: Washed Process
• Altitude: 1900 masl
• Amount Bought: 48kg

• Tasting: Fruity, complex, high acidity, high sweetness
• Flavours like: red apple, apricot jam, green grape