Las Guzmanias, Colombia

In search of delicious coffee, Colombia is simply not to be skipped.

Colombia’s reputation for quality stems from hard work and excellent terrain. A unique topographical feature also comes into play when talking about the different aspects of Colombian coffee: the three cordilleras of the Andes. Several microclimates are formed between and within the mountain ranges. Towards the south of Colombia, the three cordilleras find their way back into a mountain range, creating a knot. Just before the knot is the city of Popayán. It is also the capital of the state of Cauca and is called “Ciudad Blanca” – the white city – due to its colonial architecture with many white buildings in the city center. To the east, the Popayán plateau borders Huila. Coffee from the Popayán area is mostly grown on small farms of 5 to 10 hectares. Their coffee is transported to washing stations where the small batches are added to become larger. This washed coffee is called Las Guzmanias. It has heavy notes of dark berries that create a special cup profile that can be used in many ways. It also has flavors of caramel, red apple, and ripe grapes along with a round body.

• Colombia, Popayán
• Cup score: 84,5/100
• Alltitude: 1500 m.a.s.l.
• Arabica: Castillo
• Process: Washed
• Notes of caramel, chocolate and berries