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Special Selection

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This lot from the La Piragua farm of Alexander Vargas Osorio was the only Pink Bourbon among the winning coffees at this year's Cup of Excellence. It finished 22nd out of 24 lots but commanded a higher price than all but four lots in the auction.

  • Type Special Selection
  • Country Colombia
  • Flavor Profile Caramel + Stone Fruit
  • Variety Pink Bourbon

The details

Origin story

  • Country Colombia
  • Producer Alexander Vargas Osorio
  • Region Palestina
  • Elevation Range 1800-1900 m.a.s.l.
  • Processing Method Washed
  • Drying Method Raised Bed
  • Harvest June-August 2020
  • Direct Trade Partner Since 2020
  • In Season
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How To Brew

Recommended Method Pour Over

  1. 01.
    Boil Water 205 - 216 F
  2. 02.
    Weigh Coffee 1g of coffee per 18g of water
  3. 03.
    Drop In Filter Add filter to equipment
  4. 04.
    Grind Coffee Grind coffee and add to filter
  5. 05.
    Add Water Add water in stages
  6. 06.
    Remove Filter Enjoy your coffee!
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Colombia CoE #22 7oz