Down in a warm moist valley along the eastern cordillera of the Colombian Andes lies the coffee growing region of Boyaca and the little town of Guayata. In terms of coffee production this area is relatively minor. About 150,000 bags come from here, roughly 1 percent of Colombia's entire yield. Big farms which produce multiple containers per year are rare exceptions. The passing of lands through the generations have created a nation of very small coffee farmers.
It is the cup which always seems to lead us to buy from these marginal growing areas, and it is a pattern that repeats itself in many different countries. Eighty percent of coffee farms in the world are less than 10 hectares, and Colombian farms are no exception, where most are about 3-4 hectares.
The farms in Guayata yield just two to three bags per year. 2-3 bags per year? Why bother? Well, despite this coffee coming from what amounts to little morethan a cottage industry, it is very interesting, and at this point you'd have to call it an antique. 100% fully washed Colombian typica, sun-dried very slowly in an area that is wet and cloudy much of the time. As a consequence, it has a very different cup profile: full bodied, soft, sweet, slightly nutty. There is very little typica like this left in Colombia. As good as the coffee is, it's Las Mujeres and their efforts which cemented our interest in the coffee. They have a very small bodega, a trained quality control person, a cupping lab, and a ton of optimism.
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2lb. Sample Packs $28.00
Our new 2lb. sample packs will contain the following new seasonal coffee:
1/2lb Ethiopian Natural Sidamo
1/2lb Colombian Las Mujeres de Guayata
1/2lb Brazilian Mogiana Cocapec
1/2lb Papua New Guinea Kimel Peaberry
New coffee received 8/25/2008!
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New Coffee Availability List:
Ethiopian Natural Sidamo
Received 8/25/2008 1lb. bag $12.99
Natural, or "dry" processing, allows the cherries to dry completely before the seed is milled from the outer pulp and skin. This prolonged contact between the ripe fruit and the seed imparts a fruitier, more complex and wine-like coffee flavor.
This year's Natural Sidamo is an extremely fruity coffee with a multi-dimensional hint of blueberries and hickory.
Since natural Ethiopian coffee is sun dried, it is essential that dry, sunny weather prevails during the harvest. This year's weather was ideal and has contributed to excellent cupping coffees.
Colombian Las Mujeres de Guayata
Received 8/25/2008 1lb. bag $12.99
A unique, rare and great coffee from Colombia. A 100% fully washed Colombian typica, sun-dried very slowly in an area that is wet and cloudy much of the time. There is very little typica like this left in Colombia.
Eighty percent of coffee farms in the world are less than 10 hectares; most are 3-4 hectares. We roast coffee from growers whose farms yield just two to three bags per year. Coming from what is basically a cottage industry, this coffee is very interesting. The process itself is an antique.
Costa Rican Monte Crisol
Received 8/25/2008 1lb. bag $12.99
Grown in a mix of Red Lateritic and lush Volcanic Soils in the West Central Valleys of Costa Rica. Aromas of Chocolate and Spices will tantalized your senses as the steam rises from your cup. This is a delicate, yet complex bean. Slightly woody, yet light, this Central American varietal finishes strong and clean. Year after year, Monte Crisol has produced a consistently superior bean. This seasons crop is no exception.
Mexican Pluma Tres Oros
Received 8/25/2008 1lb. bag $12.99
Pluma Altura is one of the most renowned classifications of coffee in Mexico. Grown by a group of small Oaxacan farms, Tres Oros (three gold stars) is the mill name given to this coffee. Oaxaca is a beautiful region of Mexico, with a rich heritage of Zapotec, Mixtec, and other native cultures.
Coffee from Tres Oros is bright, with subtle maple syrup sweetened black tea notes and a golden brown liqueur finish. If you enjoy a clean mild coffee with the classic medium body of a Latin American bean, you'll love this coffee!
Brazilian Mogiana Cocapec
Received 8/25/2008 1lb. bag $12.99
We are very excited to have this Brazilian back in season! Grown on the slopes of the "Serra da Mantiqueira", this traditional Brazilian Mogiana is a sharp, sweet cup of earthy black velvet. This is a component of espresso blends that makes an outstanding coffee in its own right. This Brazilian coffee has a great depth of rich, smooth complex flavor, subtle citrus notes and a smooth, velvety finish.
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New Decaf Availability List:
Sidamo Natural Decaf
Received 8/25/2008 1lb. bag $12.99
Natural coffee from Africa has a sweet, fruity fresh taste. This is a Water Processed Sidamo Decaf with all the sweetness of natural sun dried African. Anyone familiar with our other Natural African coffees will recognize the familiar quality immediately! Very similar to the Red Sea Decaf served last year, or the Harar we roasted just last month. I wouldrecommend every decaf drinker give this a try while it's available!
Brazilian Royal Select Decaf
Received 7/07/2008 1lb. bag $12.99
This Brazilian Decaf is a wonderful counterpart to our current Brazilian. Subtle flavors of chocolate and fruit lend themselves to wonderfullysweet aromas that rise from your cup. Royal Select Water Processed Decaf is a truly enjoyable South American Coffee.
Sumatra Natural Decaf
Received 7/07/2008 1lb. bag $12.99
Water decaffeination brightens the flavor of this traditionally dried, musky Sumatra to deliver a unique coffee that is shocking, heavy and unmistakably Indonesian in its earthy body. Trying this new coffee is an absolute must for the discriminating Decaf Aficionado.
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Like many coffees, the more you know about where it comes from and who grows it, the better it tastes. One of our primary motivations is to have a positive effect in the lives of our growers. Here we have an excellent opportunity, and with your support, we will build on this foundation. If you want a unique, rare and great coffee from Colombia, Las Mujeres certainly fits the bill.
They've made a start but they want do more, such as start a coffee school. This is an excellent idea, as their income levels could easily quadruple with bigger yields. They are also looking to become certified organic, which should a simple since they are currently organic by default.
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I believe in delivering quality service and a stunning product. As always, orders of two pounds receive FREE SHIPPING. Orders received before 1:00pm will be roasted to order and shipped while still warm. THANK YOU for your patronage and support!
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Roasting and delivering the most unique specialty coffees in the world has been my pleasure for years. Your email and phone calls are a constant reminder of how our standards serve your needs and exceed your expectations. I look forward to serving you for years to come.
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--Seth Appell - your personal coffee roaster!
"a gentleman is always ready to serve coffee at a moment's notice"
