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From our sourcing trip in November 2025.
Bourbon Rose is a cultivar (or variety?) whose origin is somewhat uncertain. It has, however, been welcomed with open arms in many regions of Huila.
This variety fits perfectly into our Don Lino cultivar series. It offers fruity aromas with a slight herbaceous note.
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Why this coffee?
We bought this coffee during a sourcing trip to Colombia in November 2025.
Pink Bourbon is a special case.
The debate remains open as to whether it is the result of a natural mutation of a red or yellow Bourbon, or whether it may have no connection to Bourbon at all, but is rather an Ethiopian landrace variety.
Regardless, in many areas of Colombia, Pink Bourbon is starting to become a great success with growers and producers in Huila, Colombia.
Don Lino loves his Pink Bourbon coffee trees. With the fruits from his trees and those from neighboring farms, he produces both whole fruit dried coffees (natural process) and clean parchment dried coffees (washed process). Both yield very interesting results.
We selected this lot, dried in clean parchment, during a sourcing trip in November 2025. What we appreciate are the delicate fruity flavors, the sweet caramel, and the very slight herbaceous note on the finish. It's a delightful coffee to taste and enjoy as a filter coffee, at any time of day.
Technical information
Producers: Linarco Rodríguez
Farm: Betania Farm & associated smallholders
Location: Palestina, Huila, Colombia
Species: Arabica
Cultivar: Pink Bourbon
Process: Washed
Drying: Drying beds
Altitude: 2,000m
Harvest type: Manual
Exporter: Cafe de Origen
Importer: Cata
Green coffee moisture content at time of purchase: 10.2%
Farm gate price:
Producer's History
At the heart of its coffee-growing community is Linarco Rodríguez, affectionately known as "Don Lino."
He embodies both leadership and humility, combining deep agricultural knowledge with a constant desire for improvement. Over the years, Don Lino has introduced advancements in selective harvesting, fermentation control, and drying techniques, thereby raising quality standards not only on his own farm but throughout the entire region.
His commitment extends beyond production: he mentors young farmers, promotes environmentally friendly practices, and actively supports initiatives that strengthen the local community.
Extraction tips
Filter Coffee
Ratio 1:17
15g ground coffee
255g water (between 92-99°c depending on brewing device)
The brewing device is not very important; we use the Orea porcelain for its fast flow rate and design.
The most important thing is to grind fresh coffee and use low-mineral water.
Espresso
If you have professional-grade equipment, you can prepare a delicious espresso with this coffee.
Aim for a 1:3 ratio and enjoy!