Colombia El Vergel Estate Juicy Passionfruit

This lot processed at the renowned El Vergel Estate in Tolima, Colombia, delivers a profile so vibrant and clear that it blurs the line between specialty coffee and a fresh tropical infusion. Expect an immediate rush of bright, tangy acidity—think fresh-squeezed passionfruit nectar—balanced by a syrupy, honey-like sweetness and a clean, floral finish. The art of the co-ferment Every bean undergoes a rigorous journey to capture its "Juicy" essence. It begins with meticulous hand-sorting to ensure only the most pristine, ripe cherries make the cut. These cherries are tucked into plastic bags for a 24-hour pre-fermentation, followed by another 24 hours of whole-cherry fermentation to develop deep sugars. The real magic happens after depulping: the beans are submerged in an anaerobic environment for 5 days. Here, the mucilage is co-fermented with specialized yeast and fruit to amplify the honey process, resulting in a significantly boosted fruit-forward cup quality. Tasting: Juicy Passion fruit, with hints of Pomegranate, Citrus and Brown Sugar Origin Colombia Farm Processed at El Vergel Estate Farmer Producers from Tolima, Huila & Caldas Proc. Method Honey + Passion Fruit Varietal Castillo, Caturra & Colombia Roast Level Medium-Light (Omni) Brew Guide Filter Dose: 20g Yield: 300ml Time: 3:15 Espresso Dose: 24g Yield: 45ml Time: 29-33secs