Colombia Huayku

A beloved coffee at Stumptown since 2013, Huayku is grown and produced by the Federación Abades—a group of over 200 smallholder coffee producers—in the mountainous region of Nariño.

Sourced from the high-altitude landscapes of Colombia · Nariño, the Colombia Huayku represents a focused selection from the Federación Abades. This offering is brought to market by Stumptown Coffee Roasters, a company known for its commitment to direct relationships and precise roasting profiles. While coffees from the Nariño region are frequently celebrated for their bright acidity and complex sweetness, this specific lot is characterized by a creamy and delicate profile.

When evaluating such nuanced coffees, it is helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better identify the subtle shifts in texture and aromatics that define a cup. Because delicate profiles can be sensitive to brewing variables, maintaining consistent water temperature and extraction time is essential to highlighting the refined qualities inherent in this Colombian harvest. By balancing these technical elements, one can fully appreciate the distinct character that the Federación Abades has cultivated in this particular lot.