Colombia

Bright, fruity, and perfectly balanced — Colombia is the coffee that shows you what specialty coffee is all about. If you've only ever had supermarket Colombian, this will be a revelation. Colombia is the world's third-largest coffee producer and arguably the most famous origin of all. But most Colombian coffee you've tried has been commodity-grade — blended, stale, and roasted into oblivion.

Single origin, freshly roasted Colombian coffee is a completely different experience. This lot is from the Huila region in southern Colombia, one of the country's premier growing areas. High altitude and the washed process produce a cup that's bright and clean, with a lively acidity, caramel sweetness, and notes of red fruit. It's complex enough to impress, approachable enough for everyday drinking.

Origin at a Glance

• Country: Colombia
• Region: Huila
• Altitude: 1,500–1,900m
• Process: Washed
• Variety: Caturra, Castillo, Colombia
• Strength: 3/5 — Balanced with bright acidity
• Tasting notes: Caramel · Red Fruit · Citrus

Value Breakdown

Based on ~15g per cup — the standard dose for a proper mug of coffee.

Who Is Colombia For?

• Everyone — There's a reason Colombia is the world's most popular single origin. It's just reliably, consistently delicious.
• Espresso + milk drink people — Caramel sweetness, bright enough to cut through milk, full-bodied enough to hold its own.
• People buying coffee as a gift — You can't go wrong with Colombian. Nobody dislikes it. It's the universal crowd-pleaser.
• Subscribers — Colombia is the single origin people subscribe to. Consistent batch to batch, endlessly drinkable.

How to Brew Colombia

's bright acidity and balanced body make it a versatile all-rounder

• Filter / Pour Over — The best way to appreciate the clarity and fruit notes. A V60 or Chemex will do it justice.
• AeroPress — Punchy and sweet. The caramel really shines.
• Espresso — Bright and fruity as a shot.
• Works well in milk drinks too — the acidity cuts through milk nicely.
• Cafetière / French Press — Fuller-bodied, with the red fruit becoming jammier.
• Whole Bean — Grind fresh for maximum flavour.

What Goes Well With Colombia

• Morning: Toast and jam, pastries, scrambled eggs
• Afternoon: Caramel slice, flapjack, banana bread
• Evening: Milk chocolate, toffee, tiramisu

Related Reading

• Colombia: The Coffee the World Fell in Love With
• Which Coffee Origin Should You Try?
• What Is Single Origin Coffee?

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