Las Aguilas

Step off the beaten path and journey to Las Águilas, a small village nestled in the foothills of the majestic Las Minas mountain range in the central Andes of Colombia. In the region lies the breathtaking Puracé National Natural Park, a Flora and Fauna Sanctuary renowned for its rich biodiversity. Home to over 200 orchid species and 160 varieties of birds, including the Andean Condor.

Las Águilas, a vibrant and vivid coffee, captures the essence of its remarkable surroundings. This bright and balanced washed Pacamar lot invites you to explore the depths of its flavours, carrying notes of cacao nibs, dates, wine grapes, golden raisin and plum. Accompanied by a honey sweetness.

This coffee underwent a traditional washed process in Colombia, starting with the selective handpicking of
ripe coffee cherries, followed by depulping to remove the outer skin.

The coffee then undergoes controlled
fermentation in tanks for 12 to 36 hours to break down the sticky mucilage layer. After fermentation, the coffee is thoroughly washed with clean water to remove any residual mucilage, ensuring clarity of flavour.

The washed beans, still in their parchment layer, are dried on raised beds, patios, or under parabolic dryers until they reach a moisture content of 10-12%.

The Chiroso variety is a rare and highly sought-after coffee cultivar native to Colombia, thriving in the high-
altitude regions of Antioquia and Huila. Renowned for its exceptional quality and distinct flavour profile, Chiroso has gained popularity among specialty coffee enthusiasts and competitors in global coffee championships.

Celebrated for its delicate complexity, Chiroso often exhibits floral and citrus notes reminiscent of Ethiopian heirloom varieties. Despite its smaller yields and susceptibility to pests and diseases, this variety is cherished for its unparalleled cup profile, making it a true labour of love for the small, family-owned farms that cultivate it.