Colombia El Recuerdo Espresso

DIRECT TRADE COFFEE

Description

El Recuerdo is a high elevation washed coffee from Huila, Colombia, grown at approximately 1,800 masl in the municipality of Pitalito. The cooler mountain climate helps slow cherry maturation, encouraging greater sweetness, structure & clarity in the cup. The coffee is composed of Caturra & Pink Bourbon, two varieties that can bring a refined balance of sweetness, citrus brightness and delicate fruit character. After harvest, the coffee undergoes a washed process with extended fermentation before being slowly dried in a marquesina, a covered drying structure that helps protect the coffee while allowing gradual and even moisture reduction. This careful post harvest approach supports a clean, expressive profile with vibrant acidity and layered sweetness. As a medium light espresso, El Recuerdo offers notes of orange, red fruit and caramel, with a medium body and a clean, lingering finish.

Sourced from the Pitalito region of Huila, Colombia, the Colombia El Recuerdo Espresso is a single-varietal offering from 49th Parallel Coffee Roasters. This lot features the Caturra varietal, a plant widely recognized for its adaptability and consistent cup quality. Grown at 1800 masl, the cherries undergo a washed process, a method typically employed to highlight the inherent clarity and acidity of the bean.

In the cup, this espresso presents a profile defined by caramel, orange, red fruit, and floral notes. While washed coffees are often celebrated for their clean, bright profiles, the specific interplay of these flavors can be mapped against the flavor wheel to better understand the nuances of the roast. By focusing on the traditional processing techniques and the specific characteristics of the Caturra variety, this coffee offers a balanced experience that reflects the distinct terroir of its origin.