PRODUCER: Ferney Plazas
REGION: Acevedo, Southern Huila
PROCESS: Natural
VARIETY: Castillo, cenicafé, colombia
ELEVATION: 1500 M
TASTING NOTES: Grapeade, wild strawberry, hibiscus
Ferney Plazas operates his farm in Acevedo, located in the southern region of Huila, Colombia, at an elevation of 1,500 meters above sea level. This coffee represents a careful blend of three varieties—Castillo, Cenicafé, and Colombia—each contributing to the complexity of the final cup.
The processing method employed by Ferney is a meticulous Natural Anaerobic process that sets this coffee apart. After harvesting, the coffee cherries are placed in sealed barrels where they undergo a five-day anaerobic fermentation. This oxygen-deprived environment allows specific microorganisms to thrive, building layers of complexity and intensity in the flavor profile.
Following fermentation, the cherries enter a precisely controlled drying phase. Rather than traditional sun-drying on patios, this coffee is dried in silos for 72 hours at a consistent temperature of 40°C. This technique locks in the coffee's rich, sweet, and intense characteristics while ensuring even moisture removal throughout the beans.
The result is a vibrant and fruit-forward cup with bright notes of grapeade and wild strawberry, complemented by floral hibiscus undertones. This natural anaerobic processing method amplifies the inherent sweetness of the coffee cherries while creating a clean, complex cup that showcases the unique terroir of Southern Huila.
Imported by Ventola, this coffee exemplifies the innovation and dedication of Colombian producers who continue to push the boundaries of coffee processing.
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