Why this coffee?
Beautiful coffee is no accident.
This caturra cultivar has been harvested from a 4 Ha plot of land and then expertly processed by Eli Chilcon. The decision made by Eli to rest the harvested fruit before proceeding with the de-pulping, fermentation and washing, is probably the reason it has the pronounced fruity aroma. Giving this coffee the elegant structure of a washed coffee with some added fruity aroma intensity, increasing the perception of sweetness.
The exporter and importer of the coffee, Falcon, has also told us that Eli has invested heavily in time, energy and money over the years to improve his knowledge and processing skills.
The results of that investment shine through in the cup.
Technical information
Producer : Eli Chilcon
Farm : La Montaña
District : Bellavista
Species : Arabica
Varieties : Caturra
Process : Parchment dried
Drying : Drying beds
Altitude : 1,800m
Dry mill : Café Selva Norte SAC
Type of harvest : Manual
Green bean moisture at time of purchase : 9.9%
FOB Price : 7.87€ / kg
Producer story
This lot comes from the La Montaña farm, a 4-hectare plot run by producer Eli Chilcon and his family. The farm is situated at 1800 metres above sea level and is planted exclusively with Caturra.Climate change and fluctuating temperatures are increasingly causing problems for plots at this altitude. Droughts have become more frequent, so one of the key ways to mitigate risks from climate impacts has been the installation of shade trees around the growing areas, as well as effective irrigation systems and fertilizer dispersal to maintain soil health.Following the harvest months of July to October, the picked cherries are rested before being pulped and rested again for 48 hours. They are then washed and dried for a period of around 14 days before being prepared for storage.Finally, the coffee is transported to a plant called Café Selva Norte SAC, checked for any defects, and then bagged and moved to the coast for shipping.
Extraction tips
Espresso brewing
Beverage ratio 1:2.8
18g ground coffee
50g espresso weight (2 x 25g)
23-30 seconds selon votre gout
Filter brewing
Brew ratio 1:16
15g ground coffee
240g water (between 92-99°c depending on brewing device)