Colombia Rocket Flower Drip

Region & Farm

Region

Located in southwestern Colombia, the Nariño region is renowned for its high-altitude coffee farms ranging from 1,500 to 2,200 masl. Volcanic soils, cool nights, and significant elevation differences create ideal conditions for slow cherry development and complex flavour profiles. Coffees from Nariño are characterized by bright acidity, full body, and expressive fruity and floral notes.

Farm & Producer

Finca El Paseo is located in the Buesaco area of the Nariño region at elevations ranging from 1,750 to 1,950 masl. Although Huver Castillo comes from a third-generation coffee farming family, he only entered coffee farming full-time in 2015, having previously worked as a mathematics teacher. El Paseo has been in the family for over 20 years, and Huver has since focused on precision and innovation in processing.

Processing and Taste

The Caturra variety undergoes a meticulously controlled experimental process. It begins with careful selection of ripe cherries and a 36-hour pre-fermentation in cherry, followed by floating and a 2% sea salt disinfection. The beans then undergo anaerobic fermentation in stainless steel tanks with relief valves. Once pulped, the collected fermentation juices (mosto) are re-added along with enzymes to promote a specific floral profile. Main fermentation continues for six days, followed by mechanical drying for 2–3 days below 38 °C and a 15-day stabilization period.

Flavor Profile

We chose to offer Colombia Rocket Flower in drip bag format, which allows its unique characteristics to shine through with maximum clarity while making this exceptional coffee more accessible. The aroma opens with delicate jasmine and osmanthus, followed by the sweetness reminiscent of white peach. As the coffee cools, notes of Earl Grey emerge. Clean, fresh, and remarkably light.

Boris Kalinin - Head of Coffee.

Details

Preparation Recommendations

All you need is ~200 ml of hot water (~95°C) and a mug.

1. Pick:
Open the sachet and take out the filter.

2. Open:
Tear, extend hangers, and place on your mug.

3. Brew:
Make three full pours, and after each one, wait for the water to fully drain.

4. Enjoy:
Discard the filter, stir, and drink your coffee!

Why You'll Love It

• Bold, complex, and distinct floral profile
• Easy to prepare
• Unusual process