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JAIRO ARCILA

Roasted by The Barn

This experimental cherry co-ferment from Jairo Arcila is a wildly fruity coffee with intense sweetness and unique character.

JAIRO ARCILA — The Barn
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From the roaster

Our Funkiest Release Yet 🍒 Just in time for Halloween, something wickedly fruity has arrived at our roastery. From legendary Colombian producer Jairo Arcila comes one of our boldest and most experimental coffees yet: a Cherry Co-Ferment bursting with intense fruit flavour.

Known for pushing the boundaries of coffee processing, Jairo has created something truly extraordinary. Using fresh cherries during fermentation, he brings an intense sweetness and unmistakable fruit character to this unique lot.

A wildly fruity coffee, unlike anything we have released before.

— The Barn

Context

Produced by Jairo Arcila in Colombia, this selection highlights the innovative techniques currently emerging from the region. As a cherry co-ferment, this coffee undergoes a specialized processing method where additional ingredients are introduced during fermentation to influence the final cup profile. While traditional washed coffees often emphasize clean acidity, experimental co-fermentation can yield complex, unconventional aromatics that challenge standard expectations.

Roasted by The Barn, this lot serves as a compelling example of how producers are pushing the boundaries of post-harvest handling. When evaluating such distinct profiles, it is helpful to consult a flavor wheel to better identify the specific nuances resulting from these controlled fermentation environments. By focusing on the intersection of origin-specific terroir and intentional processing, Jairo Arcila continues to demonstrate the evolving potential of Colombian coffee production.

Buy — €25 from The Barn

In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

Where is JAIRO ARCILA grown?

JAIRO ARCILA, roasted by The Barn, is sourced from Huila, Colombia.

How is JAIRO ARCILA processed?

JAIRO ARCILA uses the Cherry Co-Ferment process.

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