Las Palmas 'Espresso' – Colombia

Pecan • Whipped Cream • Sugary

For 10 years, Las Palmas and its extended farming community have been at the cornerstone of sourcing program. Led by the inimitable Chalo Fernandez, whose passion is matched only by five generations of farming heritage, his coffees have earned a devoted following for their sweetness and the comforting familiarity they bring every harvest.

This rich and super sweet espresso roast is the perfect start to our direct trade milestone – a celebration of partnership, community and coffee that continues to bring people together.

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Las Palmas 'Espresso' – Colombia

Varietal

Castillo

Process

Washed

Altitude

1600m

Origin

Paicol, Huila, Colombia

People & Place

Chalo Fernandez, Las Palmas Farming Community

Chalo Fernandez is a fifth generation, quality-focused specialty coffee farmer. His family has been producing coffee for over 150 years, and his company – aptly named Chalo’s Coffee – is 100% family owned and operated. Chalo can often be found visiting the roastery and speaks passionately about the importance of direct trade relationships, sustainability, and supporting his vibrant community in Huila.

The Land

Huila, Colombia

Huila is a mountainous department in the southwest of Colombia that enjoy two harvests per year: the main harvest (April - June) and the smaller Mitaca fly crop (September - November). Coffees grow between 1,450 and 2,000 metres above sea level, including Castillo, Caturra, Pink Bourbon, Pacamara, and many other varieties. Huila is also a leader in the fight against climate change. Plan Huila 2050 is the first comprehensive climate change plan for a department in Colombia.

Brew Methods & Recommendations

Drip

Flavours of macadamia nuts and chocolate. Low acidity, medium-high sweetness and syrupy body.

Brewer: V60
Ratio: 1:15
Coffee: 20g
Water: 300ml
Brew Time: 3 minutes
Rest Period: 13 days

Espresso

Flavours of sour cherry and blackcurrant. Low acidity, medium sweetness and creamy body.

Ratio: 1:2.2
Coffee: 18g
Water: 40ml
Brew Time: 30 seconds
Rest Period: 5 days

Immersion

Flavours of dark chocolate and pomegranate. Medium acidity, high sweetness and buttery body.

Brewer: AeroPress
Ratio: 1:15
Coffee: 15.5g
Water: 232.5ml
Brew Time: 4 minutes
Rest Period: 8 days