Colombia, Papayo

The carbonic maceration really comes through in the cup—it’s got this juicy, almost wine-like brightness that I haven’t found in other naturals from the region. At 1500 MASL, it’s balanced enough for my morning pour-over but interesting enough to sip black on its own.

This lot from Jairo Arcila is the first coffee I've had from a 1500-meter farm that still tastes this juicy, and the papayo cultivar brings a sweetness I can't quite place. The carbonic maceration natural process makes for a clean, almost wine-like cup that I keep coming back to.

The carbonic maceration really comes through—it’s fruity and lively without being sharp, and at 1500 meters the acidity feels bright but smooth. I brewed it as a pour-over and the sweetness lingered nicely. Wish the bag lasted longer, honestly.