Colombia Earthquake Relief | Black Condor

For every bag of Black Condor sold, Quills will donate $2 to earthquake relief efforts in Colombia.

Situated in Gaitania, Tolima, an area historically impacted by conflict and renowned as the birthplace of Colombian coffee, Emmanuel, a dedicated coffee grower, embarked on a venture. In 2016, in collaboration with his family, they established a coffee processing center aimed at assisting over 15 villages in Gaitania, facilitating local coffee growers in bean processing. Forest Coffee and Emmanuel joined forces in 2019 to establish the Black Condor Project, providing support to farmers in Gaitania affected by guerrilla warfare. We regularly conduct workshops with producers to emphasize quality and cover processes such as fermentation, drying, and cupping of their own coffees. The culmination of these efforts is the exquisite Black Condor Coffee.

We taste: black cherry, pomegranate, milk chocolate, caramel

Producer: Black Condor Project

Region: Tolima, Colombia

Process: Washed

Varieties: Caturra & Castillo

Elevation: 1650-1950 MASL

The Colombia Earthquake Relief lot, sourced by Quills Coffee, represents a focused effort from the Black Condor Project in the Tolima region. This coffee is composed of the Caturra varietal, a plant widely recognized for its adaptability and consistent cup quality. Grown at elevations between 1650 and 1950 meters above sea level, the cherries undergo a washed process, a method typically employed to highlight the inherent acidity and clean profile of the bean.

In the cup, this selection presents a balanced interplay of dark fruit and confectionary sweetness, characterized by notes of black cherry, pomegranate, milk chocolate, and caramel. While individual experiences may vary, those looking to further explore the nuances of such profiles can reference the flavor wheel to better identify these specific sensory markers. This offering serves as a testament to the dedication of the producers involved in the Black Condor Project.