Sunbeam Bagels

Dark Chocolate • Butter • Black Cherry

Andino is our platonic ideal of coffee. Notes of dark cocoa, brown butter, and sweet cherry express in different arrangements depending on the brew method. This foundational coffee in our program is about versatility in both the farmers' economic sustainability and the flavors in the cup.

Over the years, Andino Leal evolved and become a mainstay in Merit’s repertoire. Since the beginning of this brand, we have committed to producers in Huila and wanted to pay them a consistent, fixed, and fair price in local currency to maintain consistency in what we pay so we could keep our purchasing indefinitely.

Through our travels and search for the perfect partners to execute this mission, we found the Condor Huila Project with Forest Coffee. This project sources and supports 98 women producers in the Huila region. With a strict fermentation and quality control process they are able to achieve an amazing profile that is replicable year-round. We are proud to be "Leal" (loyal) to this project and hope to find others like it throughout the world in our sourcing journey.

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Retail Price: $23

Sourced from the Condor Huila Project, Sunbeam Bagels represents a distinct offering from the Huila region of Colombia. This selection, roasted by Merit Coffee, highlights a profile defined by dark chocolate, butter, and black cherry. While coffees from this renowned department often exhibit a balance of acidity and sweetness, the specific character of this lot leans into a rich, dessert-like experience.

When evaluating such profiles, enthusiasts often reference the flavor wheel to better categorize the interplay between deep cocoa notes and stone fruit undertones. Generally, Colombian coffees are celebrated for their versatility, ranging from bright, citrus-forward cups to those with heavier, more indulgent bodies. By focusing on the output of the Condor Huila Project, this roast provides a clear look at the traditional flavor expectations associated with this high-altitude growing region.