Orchard Thief

Seasonal Peche Blend

Jairo Arcila's Honey Processed Peach co-ferment Castillo

Finca Santa Monica, Colombia 

Jairo Arcila has spent over 40 years coaxing remarkable things from his farms in Quindio, Colombia. A third-generation grower with a network of six farms, he has built a reputation for exotic varietals and a deep mastery of co-fermentation. At Finca Santa Monica, fresh peaches go directly into the fermentation tanks with the coffee cherry, creating something intensely fruity and juicy that pops in every cup.

Orchard Thief takes that co-ferment as its foundation, blending it with an Anaerobic Washed Caturra from Aldea La Chota, Peru and a Natural Heirloom from Ethiopia. Together they round out the peach character into something more sessionable -- all the complexity of an exotic co-ferment, but approachable and easy to keep drinking.

The spirit is borrowed from Belgian fruit lambic beer -- refreshing, layered, easy-drinking -- but the craft is entirely Jairo's.

Tasting Notes: Peach, Vanilla Pastry, and Dried Berries

Brewing Tips: HERE

Produced by Jairo Arcila in the Quindio region of Colombia, Orchard Thief represents a focused selection from Corvus Coffee Roasters. This lot highlights the distinct character of its origin, offering a profile defined by peach, vanilla pastry, and dried berries. When exploring such specific flavor profiles, it is often helpful to reference a flavor wheel to better identify the nuances between stone fruit acidity and the sweet, baked-good notes frequently found in high-quality Colombian coffees.

While regional characteristics in Quindio can vary significantly based on processing methods and specific farm management, coffees from this area are often celebrated for their balance and complexity. By working closely with producers like Jairo Arcila, roasters are able to showcase the unique terroir of the region. This particular offering invites drinkers to experience a sophisticated cup that bridges the gap between bright, fruit-forward acidity and comforting, dessert-like sweetness.