Colombia Jorge Rajas Natural

Colombia Jorge Rajas – La Roca Estate

Origin: Planadas, Tolima, ColombiaProducer: Jorge RajasFarm: La Roca EstateElevation: 1850 meters above sea level Varietal: Red BourbonProcess: Natural

Roast: Light 

Cupping Notes: Blackberry, Peach, Cherry and Lemon Zest. 

This remarkable coffee comes from fourth-generation producer Jorge Rajas, working just three hectares in the hills of Planadas, Tolima. At La Roca Estate, Jorge is part of a new wave of Colombian producers—honoring tradition while pushing quality forward through thoughtful, experimental processing.

This lot is a Natural-processed Red Bourbon, showcasing both the richness of the varietal and Jorge’s precision in fermentation and drying. Known for his meticulous approach—from extended fermentation protocols to carefully controlled drying—Jorge consistently produces coffees with standout clarity and structure, earning recognition in Cup of Excellence® competitions.

We lightly roasted this coffee to highlight it's natural notes. In the cup, this coffee is expressive and layered, with deep fruit character balanced by refined sweetness and a clean finish. It’s a dynamic profile that reflects both its high-elevation origin and the intention behind every step of its production.

This is Colombian coffee at its most progressive—rooted in generations of expertise, and driven by innovation.

This Colombia Jorge Rajas Natural from Zoka Coffee showcases what the producer achieves in Planadas, Tolima at 1850 masl. The coffee uses the Red Bourbon varietal, processed naturally—a method that tends to emphasize fruit-forward character. Zoka identifies blackberry, peach, cherry, and lemon zest in the cup, suggesting the interplay between ripe stone fruit and bright citrus notes typical of natural-processed coffees.

Jorge Rajas's work with this varietal in Colombia's coffee-growing regions reflects the region's potential for complex, fruit-driven profiles. Whether exploring natural processing for the first time or seeking regional expression, this lot offers a direct window into how terroir, varietal selection, and processing choice shape the final cup.