Las Margaritas is one of the farms owned by the Herrera family that produce traditional Colombian varieties, such as caturra, colombia, tabi as well as geisha. Their coffees have frequently been the supporting actors for many baristas on the world stage. Run by the Herrera Family, they have an experimental focus on cultivating special varieties of coffees (such as Laurina, Sidra and Mokka) for the unique growing conditions in Colombia. We’re thrilled to be sharing this coffee lot with you. Sudan Rume is a rare variety, even within the specialty coffee space, as it has very low yields. The upside is that it is resistant to coffee rust and provides excellent cup quality as shown by its achievements in competition. From CGLE: _“The handpicked cherries, harvested at peak ripeness, undergo a selection process to ensure only the best quality beans continue. Next, we measure their sweetness and freshness, kicking off a two-phase fermentation: a 14-hour open-tank fermentation to bring out natural flavors, followed by a double fermentation in an oxygen-free environment for 18 hours, developing an extraordinary flavor profile. Once complete, the beans are de-pulped and finish DRYING their fermentation in an aerobic process for 24 hours. Finally, the beans are washed, setting the stage for drying. Each step enhances their complexity, crafting a truly unforgettable coffee. The coffee drying process takes place in mechanical silos over a controlled period of 3 to 5 days at an exact temperature of 38°C, allowing each bean to retain its full flavor and quality. This method ensures that floral essence and spiced notes are preserved, delivering a cup that celebrates the very best of specialty coffee.”_

Las Margaritas is one of the farms owned by the Herrera family that produce traditional Colombian varieties, such as caturra, colombia, tabi as well as geisha. Their coffees have frequently been the supporting actors for many baristas on the world stage. Run by the Herrera Family, they have an experimental focus on cultivating special varieties of coffees (such as Laurina, Sidra and Mokka) for the unique growing conditions in Colombia. We’re thrilled to be sharing this coffee lot with you. Sudan Rume is a rare variety, even within the specialty coffee space, as it has very low yields. The upside is that it is resistant to coffee rust and provides excellent cup quality as shown by its achievements in competition. From CGLE: _“The handpicked cherries, harvested at peak ripeness, undergo a selection process to ensure only the best quality beans continue. Next, we measure their sweetness and freshness, kicking off a two-phase fermentation: a 14-hour open-tank fermentation to bring out natural flavors, followed by a double fermentation in an oxygen-free environment for 18 hours, developing an extraordinary flavor profile. Once complete, the beans are de-pulped and finish DRYING their fermentation in an aerobic process for 24 hours. Finally, the beans are washed, setting the stage for drying. Each step enhances their complexity, crafting a truly unforgettable coffee. The coffee drying process takes place in mechanical silos over a controlled period of 3 to 5 days at an exact temperature of 38°C, allowing each bean to retain its full flavor and quality. This method ensures that floral essence and spiced notes are preserved, delivering a cup that celebrates the very best of specialty coffee.”_