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La Golondrina

Roasted by Counter Culture Coffee

La Golondrina is a popular single-origin Colombian coffee featuring a harmonious balance of zesty cherry, milk chocolate, and nutty notes.

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La Golondrina — Counter Culture Coffee
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From the roaster

La Golondrina is a testament to the power of partnership. The Orgánica cooperative, unwavering in its commitment to sustainability, has produced our La Golondrina offering since 2007. This coffee has captured the hearts of our customers and has become our most popular single-origin offering. La Golondrina showcases quintessential Colombian coffee flavors, featuring a harmonious balance of zesty cherry, rich milk chocolate, and delightful nutty notes.

Pronunciation:  Lah go-lun-DREE-nuh

— Counter Culture Coffee

Context

La Golondrina is a standout offering from Counter Culture Coffee, sourced from the Orgánica cooperative in Colombia. This coffee highlights the diverse profiles emerging from the Colombia region, where producers often focus on balancing traditional processing methods with meticulous quality control. In the cup, this lot presents a distinct profile characterized by zesty cherry, rich milk chocolate, and subtle nutty notes.

When evaluating such profiles, it is helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better identify the nuances between fruit-forward acidity and deeper, cocoa-toned sweetness. While Colombian coffees are frequently celebrated for their approachable, balanced nature, the specific character of La Golondrina reflects the dedicated work of the Orgánica cooperative. By focusing on these foundational flavor pillars, drinkers can better appreciate how regional terroir and cooperative-level processing influence the final cup, providing a clear example of the quality standards maintained by this producer group.

In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

Where is La Golondrina grown?

La Golondrina, roasted by Counter Culture Coffee, is sourced from Huila, Colombia.

What does La Golondrina taste like?

Expect tasting notes of zesty cherry, rich milk chocolate, and nutty notes.

What roast level is La Golondrina?

It is roasted to a light-roast level.

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