Ecuador — Mery Garcito; Finca La Bendición

Tastes Like — 🍋 Fragrant Lemongrass • 🌼 Florality • 🍐 Yellow Fruit

DETAILS

• Producer: Mery Garcito

• Farm / Region: La Papaya, Saraguro, Ecuador

• Varietal: Mejorado

• Process: Washed (hand-picked, floated, dry-fermented, washed, raised bed drying)

• Altitude: 1,900 masl

• Harvest: December 2025

• Roast Level: Light (Filter)

• Size: 250 g

INTRO — Ecuador’s High-Altitude Expression from SEY

SEY is delighted to present Ecuador — Mery Garcito; Finca La Bendición, a standout microlot from the unique and dramatic microclimate of La Papaya in Saraguro, Ecuador. This region’s canyon-like terrain creates conditions that coax nuanced acidity and aromatic lift from the cup — qualities SEY highlights with precision in their roasting. In this release, expect layered complexity, vibrant citrus lift, and floral nuance that speak to both terroir and meticulous processing.

THE PRODUCER — Mery Garcito & La Papaya’s Unique Terrain

This lot comes from Mery Garcito, a producer SEY is honoured to introduce through this first collaboration. Operating within the challenging and elevated terrain around La Papaya, Mery is part of SEY’s ongoing exploration of Ecuador’s rich yet often under-represented coffee profiles. SEY emphasises both quality and transparency, seeking out producers whose dedication and distinctive microclimates yield coffees that demand attention.

The varietal Mejorado — colloquially linked with Typica but genetically a Bourbon × Ethiopian landrace cross — is uniquely suited to this altitude and climate, bringing a balance of sweetness, structure, and aromatic intrigue that is rare and expressive.

THE PROCESS — Hand-Selected & Carefully Managed Washed Lot

Finca La Bendición follows a thoughtful washed methodology designed to accentuate vibrancy, clarity, and structural finesse:

🍒 Hand-Picked at Peak Ripeness — Only fully mature cherries are accepted.
🌊 Float & Defect Sort — Cherries float-sorted to remove lighter/defective fruit.
🧪 32-Hour Dry Fermentation — Extended dry fermentation develops deeper aromatics and sweetness.
🚿 Washed & Rinsed — Thorough rinsing to highlight clean acidity.
☀️ Raised-Bed Drying — Slow, even drying retains clarity and structure.

This detailed approach ensures a coffee that is both refined and expressive — true to origin yet beautifully balanced.

THE CUP — Bright, Floral & Fruit-Driven

In the cup, Mery Garcito; Finca La Bendición is elegantly structured and aromatic, with bright florals and citrus interplay that evolves with each sip.

Flavour Notes

🍋 Fragrant Lemongrass — lively citrus herbal lift
🌼 Florality — delicate blossoms and aromatic depth
🍐 Yellow Fruit — juicy sweetness with balanced acidity

This coffee’s finish is clean, refined, and persistent — a testament to both SEY’s roasting approach and the expressive terroir of La Papaya.