Rare Beans

A clean and aromatic cup offering a crisp minerality and juicy berry acidity.

This is our first release of the Ají Bourbon varietal, believed to be a natural mutation of Bourbon. The coffee was grown by young producer Brayan Smith on his farm, Las Brisas, in Huila, Colombia, where the varietal was first discovered. Ají Bourbon trees are known for their low yields, making these coffees relatively rare and highly prized for their remarkable aromatics.

Rare Beans is a Colombia · Huila coffee roasted by Colonna Coffee and sourced from producer Brayan Smith. This lot features the Ají Bourbon varietal, a Bourbon selection known for distinctive character. The roaster highlights crisp minerality alongside juicy berry acidity and aromatic qualities—a profile suggesting brightness and complexity in the cup. Natural-processed coffees tend to emphasize fruit-forward and floral notes, making this a compelling example of what the varietal and region can express.