Colombia Huila Praderita Jose Ignacio Pink Bourbon Washed
Coffee Flavor
The various nutrients in raw coffee beans, when roasted, undergo thermal degradation into different aromatic molecular structures, producing flavors resembling a variety of fragrances.Good coffee beans naturally possess rich aromas, and at high, medium, and low temperatures, they exhibit various natural aromatic changes that are delightful and worth savoring.
Colombia Huila Praderita Jose Ignacio Pink Bourbon Washed
Pink Floral Aroma, Sweet Peach, Bergamot, Lemon Black Tea, Sweet Peach, Full-Bodied Acidity,Richly Complex flavor,Lingering Taste
In Colombia, Huila (Colombia Huila) is the most distinctive coffee-growing region, known for its select high-altitude beans from the Colombian National Coffee Growers Federation, often referred to as Colombia's national treasure. Relying on superior geographic and climatic conditions, Colombian coffee has consistently maintained high quality. Farmers often produce COE-winning batches, and the coffee from this region is known for its bright acidity, sweetness, and rich fruity flavors. Because of its proximity to the equator, rich volcanic soil, lush climate, and ideal altitude, the coffee from the Huila region is considered one of the most exquisite coffees in Colombia. In 2013, it was awarded the Coffee Origin Designation, placing it on par with other foods and beverages with unique characteristics.
The southern Laboyos Valley in the Huila region of Colombia is located at the foothills of the Andes Mountains. This massive mountain range is the source of the Magdalena River, stretching northward to the Caribbean coast. The valley itself is situated at an altitude of around 1,300 meters. All the surrounding mountainous areas are planted with coffee, with an average farm size of about 6 hectares, and approximately 5,000 coffee trees per hectare. The soil is volcanic, providing a wealth of organic nutrients for the high-altitude coffee.
The coffee tree, botanically classified under the Rubiaceae family and the Coffea subgenus, is an evergreen tree. Coffee beans are the seeds of the coffee fruit. There are three main varieties: Arabica, Robusta, and Liberica. These three varieties cannot crossbreed to produce different subspecies. The world’s specialty coffee comes from the Arabica variety, and within Arabica, there are various subspecies resulting from evolution, hybridization, and mutation.
Bourbon Rosado, Pink Bourbon
Named for its rose-pink coffee cherries, it is known for its elegant and captivating appearance. In the final round of the 2023 World Barista Championship, we saw two participants using the Pink Bourbon variety. This variety is renowned for its light pink coffee cherries, high sweetness, and complex flavor profile. In recent years, interest in this variety has been growing steadily.
It is said that the Pink Bourbon variety was first discovered by Rodrigo Sanchez Valencia, the owner of Finca Monteblanco. In 2013, he found some coffee trees on his farm producing pink cherries. These cherries exhibited a light floral aroma in cupping, similar to Geisha, but with a fuller body compared to Geisha. What surprised him the most was that Pink Bourbon is resistant to leaf rust.
The Bourbon Rosado variety has existed for decades! At that time, when distinguishing between Yellow Bourbon and Red Bourbon, it was discovered that some trees produced cherries with an orange or pinkish hue. Due to its low yield, it was initially mixed with Red and Yellow Bourbon for sale. It wasn't until the specialty coffee market began to thrive that farmers started to classify Bourbon Rosado separately, selling it under the names Orange Bourbon or Pink Bourbon in the market.
Pink Bourbon is very popular due to its delightful flavor, yet its origin remains a mystery. Current data suggests that Pink Bourbon, or Orange Bourbon, may have resulted from a cross between Yellow Bourbon and Red Bourbon, but it has not been genetically verified. In 2019, the genetic testing of the 15th place Pink Bourbon (Bourbon Rosado) in the Colombia CoE revealed that it is actually an Ethiopian Landrace variety. However, it is still unclear whether this is the same variety as Pink Bourbon. In the latest World Coffee Research variety relationship chart, Pink Bourbon has yet to be officially defined as a distinct variety.
Pink Bourbon is characterized by its high sweetness and rich notes of lemon, citrus, and floral aromas. This coffee showcases a rich mouthfeel with fresh citrus flavors, complemented by subtle floral layers, creating a unique and enjoyable coffee experience. Due to its high sweetness, it is well-suited for special processing methods to enhance its flavor profile. This flavor characteristic has made Pink Bourbon a popular coffee choice, especially favored by coffee enthusiasts who enjoy sweetness and rich mouthfeel in recent years.
Coffee Processes
This refers to the method of transforming ripe red coffee cherries into dried green beans. Each process has its advantages and disadvantages, influenced by the natural environment and specific needs of the producing region. As a result, each region adopts the processing method best suited to its conditions. This batch was processed using the fermented washed method, as described below.
Washed / Wet Processed
Also known as the wet processing method, this technique involves removing the skin and pulp of the coffee cherries before drying. The seeds are then fermented in water tanks to remove the mucilage (a sticky layer of pectin) that remains on the seeds. After fermentation, the seeds are washed with water and dried under sunlight or with mechanical dryers.
Compared to natural (dry) processing, the washed method produces a cleaner and crisper flavor profile. It has a lighter body than natural-processed coffee and typically delivers brighter flavor notes, characterized by the vibrant acidity essential to specialty coffee. Washed coffee often exhibits fruity flavor notes that are easier to distinguish.
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