ELEVENTH DAY - Colombia

Produced by Javier Rubio at El Libano farm in Gaitania, Tolima, this specialty coffee is grown at an altitude of 1600 to 1650 masl. The lot features the rare San Bernardo variety, a natural mutation of the Typica lineage that is challenging to cultivate due to its low yield and high susceptibility to disease. By successfully managing this difficult variety, local farmers have gained significant recognition within the specialty industry for their dedication and expertise. The production process involves hand-sorting only the ripest cherries, followed by a 45-hour aerobic fermentation and 13 days of drying in parabolic dryers. This careful management of rare genetics and controlled processing results in a high-quality coffee that achieved a cupping score of 88.