Las Palmas – Colombia

Caramel • Whipped Cream • Pecan

Producer Chalo Fernandez is a beacon of the direct trade ethos. As a fifth-generation farmer, his family has produced coffee in the lush mountains of Southwest Huila for over 150 years. They consist of master cuppers, food engineers, agronomists, and visionaries who are passionate about the future of specialty coffee.

Las Palmas is our flagship Colombian partner that consistently offers a sweet profile, creamy texture, and unmistakable quality with every harvest.

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Pickup available at Wagstaff Roastery

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Las Palmas – Colombia

300g / Whole bean

Wagstaff Roastery

Pickup available, usually ready in 24 hours

50 Wagstaff Drive
Toronto ON M4L 3W9
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Las Palmas – Colombia

Varietal

Castillo

Process

Washed

Altitude

1600m

Origin

Paicol, Huila, Colombia

People & Place

Chalo Fernandez, Las Palmas

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 raisins and caramel. Medium acidity, medium sweetness and smooth body.

Brewer: V60
Ratio: 1:16
Coffee: 20g
Water: 320ml
Brew Time: 3:30 minutes
Rest Period: 7 days

Espresso

Flavours of nougat and caramel. Low-medium acidity, high sweetness and creamy body.

Ratio: 1:2.15
Coffee: 20g
Water: 43ml
Brew Time: 27 seconds
Rest Period: 7-10 days

Immersion

Flavours of butterscotch and candied almonds. Low acidity, medium sweetness and smooth body.

Brewer: AeroPress
Ratio: 1:16
Coffee: 15.5g
Water: 248ml
Brew Time: 3 minutes
Rest Period: 7 days