Nestor Lasso, El Divisio - Light roast

Ombligon is a rare and unique variety of Coffea Arabica grown primarily in the Huila region of Colombia. It is a specialty coffee that has gained popularity for its distinct flavor profile and is often described as a "tropical fruit bomb."

PRODUCER AND FARM

Nestor Lasso is a third-generation coffee farmer from Huila, Colombia, who, along with his brother Adrian, have redefined the family business by prioritizing quality over quantity. At just 25 years old, he is part of a new generation of coffee farmers who embrace innovation and sustainability. Five years ago, Nestor and Adrian took full responsibility for their family’s 14-hectare farm, shifting their focus to producing micro-batches and refining post-harvest processes. Their commitment to excellence has earned their coffee recognition in competitions around the world, with their batches selected in the World Barista Championship (WBC) and Brewers Cup competitions, further cementing their reputation for exceptional quality. In addition to their own farm, Nestor and Adrian have teamed up with colleague Jhoan Vergara to establish Finca El Diviso, a collaborative project dedicated to growing exceptional, highly rated coffees. The farm, located in Pitalito, offers ideal conditions for growing specialty coffees. Their innovative approach to processing includes extended fermentations and precise control of post-harvest techniques, such as the double anaerobic fermentation used in their award-winning Sidra batch. For Nestor, coffee is more than a livelihood; it is a path to a sustainable future. His passion for experimentation and learning, combined with a deep respect for the complexity of coffee, has allowed him to transform not only his family farm but also the perception of coffee farming as a viable and respected profession. By embracing specialty coffee, Nestor and his colleagues are proving that a commitment to quality can create meaningful opportunities for young producers and elevate Colombian coffee on the global stage. Finca El Diviso, led by Néstor Lasso in Huila, Colombia, has received international recognition for its innovative approach to coffee processing and commitment to quality. The farm has been featured in the 2019 Cup of Excellence Colombia North auction, and its coffee has been used in international barista championships, including the 2024 World Barista Championship in Chicago, where much of the Ombligón variety contributed to a third-place finish. Néstor has also been nominated for “Most Notable Producer” in the Sprudgie Awards, highlighting his reputation as one of Colombia’s most forward-thinking and consistent coffee producers.

PROCESS DESCRIPTION

This batch underwent a natural process, which began with careful selection of cherries at optimal ripeness, measured between 24–26° Brix. After harvest, the cherries were placed in open plastic tanks and allowed to oxidize for 48 hours, during which time the coffee must (the juice naturally released from the fruit) was constantly recirculated and monitored to maintain ideal fermentation conditions, around 19° Brix and a pH above 4.5. Once oxidation was complete, the cherries were plunged into cold water to separate any floating or underdeveloped fruit, ensuring that only dense, fully ripe cherries continued in the process. They were then rinsed with water at 50°C, a controlled thermal shock step that helps loosen the molecular structure of the fruit and initiate a more active fermentation phase. Finally, the cherries were transferred to airtight plastic tanks, where they continued anaerobic fermentation in a completely oxygen-free environment, allowing complex microbial activity to develop unique flavor characteristics before being dried in their full fruit form.

REGION

The Colombian department of Huila is located in the southern part of the country where the central and eastern Andes mountain ranges meet. Huila’s capital, Neiva, is dry, flat and desert-like, markedly different from the coffee regions further south. Huila’s coffee farms, which are centered around the town of Pitalito, are mainly smallholder farmers and have made a concerted effort over the past decade to produce specialty coffees that reveal the full character of the region’s terroir. Selective manual harvesting, meticulous processing and careful post-harvest sorting all contribute to increasing recognition of the region. The Huila Departmental Coffee Committee, the local affiliate of the National Colombian Coffee Growers Federation, has invested significant resources in training producers in everything from fertilization to roasting. This, combined with the enthusiasm of the producers, has created a regional culture of quality-focused production. Huila has an important historical significance dating back to pre-Columbian cultures. The archaeological site of San Augustin contains numerous stone carvings, figurines and artifacts that provide a rare glimpse into the country’s pre-colonial past.

Coffee info:

• Colombia, Huila
• Grows at 1700-1850m
• Cup score 87.5
• Process: Natural
• Flavor notes of cherry liqueur, almond pie, lime, chocolate mousse

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