Bolivia Samaipata Java

Origin Story

We have been sourcing coffee from Bolivia for more than a decade, virtually all of it from the traditional coffee region of Caranavi in the rugged Andes near the capital La Paz. This coffee comes from the emerging specialty region of Samaipata, near Bolivia's thriving second city Santa Cruz, where the Andes meet the Amazon. This is the second consecutive season we have sourced this Java varietal grown by our oldest direct trade partner in Bolivia, the Rodríguez family.

Sensory

Marked by the playful zing of orange, the homey essence of raw sugar, and the luxuriously smooth undertones of milk chocolate.

The Bolivia Samaipata Java, sourced by Intelligentsia Coffee, represents a compelling intersection of unique geography and specialized cultivation. Produced by the Rodríguez family in the Samaipata region, this lot highlights the potential of high-quality Bolivian production. The coffee features the Java varietal, a plant historically noted for its resilience and distinct cup profile, which often leans toward complex acidity and refined sweetness.

In the cup, this selection presents a balanced profile of orange, raw sugar, and milk chocolate. While individual lots vary, these descriptors align with the nuanced characteristics often sought by specialty roasters. To better understand how these specific flavors are categorized within the broader spectrum of coffee, one might consult the flavor wheel. This entry serves as a testament to the ongoing efforts of the Rodríguez family to elevate the profile of Bolivian coffee on the global stage through meticulous varietal selection and processing.