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LA COLINA NATURAL

Roasted by The Barn

This vibrant Guatemalan single origin coffee balances tropical fruit notes with a lingering nougat sweetness for a refined filter experience.

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LA COLINA NATURAL — The Barn
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From the roaster

A vibrant single origin coffee from Guatemala, La Colina Natural balances tropical fruit with remarkable clarity. Notes of papaya, dried mango and vanilla lead into a lingering nougat sweetness, creating a refined filter coffee that highlights both the character of the natural process and Antonio Medina's dedication to quality.

— The Barn

Context

Produced by Antonio Medina, La Colina Natural represents a distinct expression of Guatemala coffee. As a natural-processed lot, this coffee undergoes a drying phase where the cherry remains intact around the bean, a technique often utilized to impart sweetness and complexity to the final cup. Generally, natural-processed coffees tend to show heavier fruit profiles and a syrupy mouthfeel compared to their washed counterparts.

Roasted by The Barn, this selection highlights a vibrant profile featuring papaya, dried mango, vanilla, and nougat. These specific characteristics can be mapped against the flavor wheel to better understand how the inherent qualities of the terroir interact with the drying process. By focusing on the careful handling of the fruit during harvest, Medina has created a profile that balances tropical acidity with creamy, confectionary undertones, offering a nuanced look at the potential of Guatemalan coffee production.

In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

Where is LA COLINA NATURAL grown?

LA COLINA NATURAL, roasted by The Barn, is sourced from Antigua, Guatemala.

What does LA COLINA NATURAL taste like?

Expect tasting notes of papaya, dried mango, vanilla, and nougat.

How is LA COLINA NATURAL processed?

LA COLINA NATURAL uses the Natural process.

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