Colombia | Juan Martin | Striped Red Bourbon | Washed

Region: La Poblaseña, Sotará, Cauca 

Elevation: 2050 masl 

About: Founded in 2018, Juan Martín Farm was established by brothers Julián and Jairo Ruiz as an experimental coffee project under Banexport, focused on research, cultivation, and post-harvest development. Created as a space to refine production techniques and share knowledge with producers across Colombia, the farm reflects a broader commitment to quality, sustainability, and long-term investment in Colombian coffee-growing communities. The project takes its name from Juan Martín, Julián’s son, whose birth coincided with the beginning of the farm. 

Alongside its research focus, Juan Martín has also invested heavily in environmental and social initiatives, including a large-scale solar installation at Banexport’s Popayán facilities and an employment model centred on stable working conditions, fair wages, and ongoing training opportunities for staff. 

This lot features Striped Red Bourbon, a rare natural mutation of Red Bourbon first identified in Huila in 2015. The variety is recognised for its distinctive red cherries marked with pale striping, alongside its structured and expressive cup profile.

This lot from the Juan Martín farm in La Poblaseña, Sotará, Cauca, represents a meticulous approach to coffee production in Colombia. Cultivated at 2050 masl, this specific harvest features the Striped Red Bourbon varietal, a plant known for its distinct genetic profile and specific cultivation requirements. By utilizing a washed process, the producers emphasize the inherent clarity and acidity of the bean, stripping away the fruit pulp before drying to ensure a clean cup profile.

Roasted by Proud Mary Coffee, this selection highlights the intersection of high-altitude terroir and careful post-harvest handling. When evaluating the nuances of such a specific varietal, tasters often find it helpful to reference the flavor wheel to identify the complex aromatic compounds that emerge from these traditional processing methods. This coffee serves as a compelling example of the quality achievable when specific varietals are matched with precise regional conditions.