Alexander Vargas has spent over 20 years refining his craft at La Piragua in Huila, Colombia. Starting his journey at age 15, he transitioned to specialty coffee at 20 and has since earned multiple national Cup of Excellence nominations. His commitment to quality is absolute; he even built a dedicated coffee laboratory on the farm to cup and classify every lot. This "Striped Red Bourbon" microlot highlights Alexander’s expertise in controlled fermentation. The cherries underwent a 60-hour anaerobic fermentation in airtight barrels before being dried for 18 days in specialized sheds. The resulting cup is complex and vibrant, offering a balanced sensorial profile that showcases both the origin character and Alexander's craftsmanship. Expect a heavy sweetness reminiscent of fruit drops, complemented by bright raspberry and deep notes of red currant and peach. 300g Sourced by Equation Coffee Origin: Palestina, Huila, Colombia Producer: Alexander Vargas Variety: Striped Red Bourbon Process: Anaerobic Natural Elevation: 1600-1800 masl Harvest: 2025 Recommended Brew: Filter, Modern Espresso Reminds us of: Red Currant, Raspberry, Peach, Fruit Drops

Alexander Vargas has spent over 20 years refining his craft at La Piragua in Huila, Colombia. Starting his journey at age 15, he transitioned to specialty coffee at 20 and has since earned multiple national Cup of Excellence nominations. His commitment to quality is absolute; he even built a dedicated coffee laboratory on the farm to cup and classify every lot. This "Striped Red Bourbon" microlot highlights Alexander’s expertise in controlled fermentation. The cherries underwent a 60-hour anaerobic fermentation in airtight barrels before being dried for 18 days in specialized sheds. The resulting cup is complex and vibrant, offering a balanced sensorial profile that showcases both the origin character and Alexander's craftsmanship. Expect a heavy sweetness reminiscent of fruit drops, complemented by bright raspberry and deep notes of red currant and peach. 300g Sourced by Equation Coffee Origin: Palestina, Huila, Colombia Producer: Alexander Vargas Variety: Striped Red Bourbon Process: Anaerobic Natural Elevation: 1600-1800 masl Harvest: 2025 Recommended Brew: Filter, Modern Espresso Reminds us of: Red Currant, Raspberry, Peach, Fruit Drops