Sweet Valley

This coffee was originally discontinued, but in collaboration with CGLE we were able to help revive this coffee and redevelop the processing and production to bring it back to life, exclusively for us!

For those new to this coffee, it is a naturally processed Colombia varietal coming from the Potosi farm at the famous Cafe Granja La Esparanza.

The Colombia coffee varietal is a hybrid of Caturra and the infamous Hybrido de Timor, a hugely influential cross between Arabica and Robusta that brings a lot of disease resistant traits to Arabica. By crossing with Caturra, members of Cenicafe, the Colombian National Coffee Research Centre were able to offer rust resistance and improved flavour profiles for coffee farmers in the mid 80’s. Colombia can prove fairly unstable as a cultivar though and has seen a lot of replacement with Castillo in more recent years.

Sweet Valley, roasted by Dayglow, represents a focused expression of the Colombia origin. Produced by Cafe Granja La Esperanza, this lot utilizes the Colombia varietal, a cultivar developed for its resilience and consistent quality. By employing a natural process, the producers allow the coffee cherry to dry intact around the bean, a technique that often imparts distinct sweetness and complexity to the final cup.

When evaluating the profile of such coffees, it is helpful to consult the flavor wheel to identify the nuanced characteristics that emerge from this specific combination of origin and processing. Natural-processed coffees frequently exhibit heavier fruit notes and a syrupy mouthfeel compared to their washed counterparts. As you explore this offering, consider how the intentional cultivation by Cafe Granja La Esperanza highlights the unique potential of the Colombia varietal when handled with this traditional drying method.