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Alexander Vargas

Roasted by Dayglow

Four-time Colombia Cup of Excellence finalist Alexander Vargas specialty coffee lot.

Alexander Vargas — Dayglow
Image: courtesy of Dayglow

From the roaster

You might be thinking to yourself- “Alexander Vargas, again?” And if you’re thinking that, you’re probably one of Alexander’s competitors as he makes the finals of Colombia’s national Cup of Excellence competition for the fourth time in as many years. A staggering achievement, to be atop Colombia’s coffee growing game so many times running. And in honor of that, we’re proud to be running it back with another lot from Alexander Vargas.

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Context

Alexander Vargas, produced in Colombia and roasted by Dayglow, represents a single-producer lot from a namesake cultivator. Colombia's diverse microclimates and altitudes have established it as a cornerstone origin for specialty coffee, with producers like Vargas contributing distinct expressions to the market. This coffee's sensory profile can be explored using the flavor wheel as a reference guide for identifying its characteristic notes and aromatics across the tasting experience.

Buy — $41 from Dayglow

In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

Where is Alexander Vargas grown?

Alexander Vargas, roasted by Dayglow, is sourced from Huila, Colombia.

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Last verified: June 29, 2026 · Browse all beans.