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Washed Pink Bourbon | Colombia

ยฃ18.00

  • Floral, Grape Juice
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Coffee Details

Country of Origin
Colombia
Region
Huila
Varietal
Pink Bourbon
Process
Washed
Farm
Las Perlitas

Rest guidance

Recommended rest: 3 weeks from roast.

Based on the roaster's recommendation.

What to expect

In the cup you can find

Floral, Grape Juice

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Roaster notes



Colombia โ€” Las Perlitas Pink Bourbon (Washed)

Tastes Like โ€” ๐Ÿ‡ Grape Juice โ€ข ๐ŸŒธ Floral

DETAILS

  • Farm: Las Perlitas
  • Region: Huila, Colombia
  • Varietal: Pink Bourbon
  • Process: Washed
  • Harvest: 2025
  • Size: 200g

INTRO

From Las Perlitas in the highlands of Huila, this washed Pink Bourbon is a refined and expressive lot from one of Colombia's most celebrated specialty farms. In the cup: vibrant grape juice character and a beautiful, lingering florality with a smooth, clean finish.

THE PRODUCER

Las Perlitas is a well-regarded specialty farm in Huila, Colombia, situated at high altitude on rich volcanic soil โ€” conditions that give the region its exceptional reputation for complexity and clarity in the cup. The farm is known for its commitment to sustainable practices and meticulous attention to detail at every stage, from the selective hand-picking of ripe cherries through to carefully controlled fermentation. That dedication has earned Las Perlitas recognition in coffee competitions and a loyal following among specialty coffee enthusiasts.

THE PROCESS

The Washed process at Las Perlitas involves:

๐Ÿ’ Hand-picking โ€” Cherries selected at peak ripeness ๐Ÿ” Sorting โ€” Unripe and defective cherries removed before processing ๐Ÿ”ง Pulping โ€” Outer skin and fruit flesh removed from the beans ๐Ÿงช Fermentation โ€” Beans fermented in water to break down the remaining mucilage ๐Ÿ’ง Washing โ€” Thoroughly washed to remove all fermentation residue โ˜€๏ธ Drying โ€” Beans dried to the optimal moisture content before export

The extended fermentation and thorough washing are the defining steps here, producing the clean, bright character and vivid florality that make this Pink Bourbon so compelling.

THE CUP

A beautifully poised washed Pink Bourbon from one of Huila's most respected farms โ€” elegant, bright, and floral, with the grape-like sweetness and creamy body that have made this varietal so sought after in specialty coffee.

Flavour Notes

๐Ÿ‡ Grape Juice ๐ŸŒธ Floral



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Country of Origin

Colombia, South America

In this coffee

  • Floral
  • Grape Juice

About this origin Colombiaโ€™s three Andean ranges create an exceptional range of climates and harvest seasons. Its coffees often combine caramel-like sweetness with citrus, red fruit and florals, ranging from comforting and balanced to intensely expressive.

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Coffee Process

Washed

In this coffee

  • Floral
  • Grape Juice

How it works The fruit is removed from the coffee seed. Water and fermentation then help clear away the sticky layer before the seed is dried.

Typical influence Washed coffees are often described as clean and bright, with clear flavours, lively acidity and a crisp finish.

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Coffee Variety

In this coffee

  • Floral
  • Grape Juice

About this variety

Pink Bourbon, also sold as Rosado, is often chosen for a bright, floral and fruit-forward cup. Tropical fruit, citrus and stone fruit are useful reference points, but the lotโ€™s own notes should lead.

Why this one is different
  • Colombia
  • Huila
  • Washed

Colombian Pink Bourbon often feels perfumed and lifted, with orange blossom, rose, bright citrus, peach or tropical fruit and a silky, tea-like finish. The reviewed coffees range from clean washed lots to naturals and co-ferments, where processing can push the cup towards candy, spice or deeper fruit. The producer's tasting notes are the best guide to this particular bag.

Washed processing can make acidity and variety character easier to read, although fermentation and drying choices still matter.

A little background

Pink Bourbon, also called Rosado, became prominent through Colombian specialty producers and is now grown across several regions. The reviewed selection shows why it is sought after: even with very different processes, floral aromatics, lively fruit and a refined texture appear repeatedly.

Identification note Pink Bourbon or Rosado is a widely used Colombian name, but genetic testing shows it is not Bourbon. Some tested lots also contained mixed plant material, so the producer's identification remains important for each coffee.

Classification Reported cultivar

Technical lineage Recent genetic testing places tested Pink Bourbon material with Ethiopian landrace coffee rather than the Bourbon family. The familiar name is retained because it is the name used by producers and roasters.

Variety is a guide, not a flavour guarantee. Lot notes are more specific.

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