SL34, Hybrid Washed - Cafe Granja La Esperanza

Hacienda La Papaya - Typica Mejorado, Washed

Often overshadowed by its sibling SL28, SL34 is another selection from Scott Agricultural Laboratories, originally chosen for its resilience to drought and disease. The variety traces back to a single “French Mission” tree, though genetic analysis later linked it more closely to Typica than Bourbon.

At Granja La Esperanza’s Potosi farm in Colombia, SL34 is cultivated at 1,800 meters above sea level and processed with hallmark precision. A vibrant expression of terroir and careful craft.

Tasting Notes: Pink Strawberry, Tree Tomato, Pink Florals

Producer - Rigoberto and Luis Eduardo Herrera

What is the roast recency?

We recommend brewing with beans that are at least two weeks off roast. All beans are roasted to peak flavour at around 6-12 weeks. We have the option to either purchase standard beans (at least 2 weeks but no longer than 6 weeks off roast), or rested beans (at least 7 weeks off roast, no longer than 12 - should we have any left in stock!). For peak flavour, if you are looking to use immediately, we recommend purchasing the rested beans. If you are adding to your rotation of beans, we recommend purchasing the standard and allowing the beans to naturally rest and mature whilst you rotate through other beans.

What does 'Filter' or 'Espresso' Roast mean?

Typically filter is roasted lighter than espresso, though this is not always the case. Several factors play into what brands a Manhattan coffee as 'filter' or 'espresso', which includes the roast profile - i.e. how the beans are roasted, not just how developed a roast it is. It doesn't preclude you from using the beans for espresso though!