Chiroso is a variety quickly growing in popularity, and as it grows so does the mystique surrounding its origins. It was originally assumed to be a local mutation of caturra, looking similar but with longer shaped cherries, so it became colloquially known as “caturra chiroso” or “elongated caturra.” More recently, genetic testing has suggested that rather than being related to caturra, it is actually an Ethiopian landrace varietal that has taken hold in Colombia, making its origins and growth in popularity even more intriguing. Whatever the truth of the story is, we’re certainly glad Manuel got his hands on some. + Read More

Chiroso is a variety quickly growing in popularity, and as it grows so does the mystique surrounding its origins. It was originally assumed to be a local mutation of caturra, looking similar but with longer shaped cherries, so it became colloquially known as “caturra chiroso” or “elongated caturra.” More recently, genetic testing has suggested that rather than being related to caturra, it is actually an Ethiopian landrace varietal that has taken hold in Colombia, making its origins and growth in popularity even more intriguing. Whatever the truth of the story is, we’re certainly glad Manuel got his hands on some. + Read More