Colombia Coffee
Colombia Huila - Washed Process - Medium Roast
TASTING NOTES: Citrus | Black Tea | Apricot
Colombian coffee is famous for a reason—balanced, versatile, and consistently good. This lot from Huila's high-altitude farms brings bright citrus and delicate tea notes that showcase why Colombian washed coffees are the gold standard.
What makes this Colombian Special:
Sourced from the COOCENTRAL cooperative representing 4,000 farmers across seven municipalities in Huila, Colombia's premier high-altitude coffee region. The beans are washed—meaning the fruit is removed before drying—which creates clean, bright flavors instead of the heavy sweetness you get from natural processing. Grown at 1,400-2,000 meters in volcanic soil where high altitude develops complex citrus and black tea notes with balanced acidity. The result: versatile coffee that works beautifully in drip, pour over, or French press—bright enough to stay interesting, balanced enough to drink every day.
Why Medium Roast for Single Origins?
We roast all single origins to a medium profile to preserve the unique characteristics of each origin. Medium roast lets you taste what makes Colombian coffee different from Ethiopian or Brazilian—the soil, altitude, and processing methods all come through. If you want darker roasts, check out our espresso blends and dark roast blends designed for bold, roasty flavor.
✓ Versatile brewing champion: Balanced acidity and medium body work beautifully across brewing methods—excellent in drip, stunning in pour over, rich in French press.
✓ High-altitude complexity: Grown at 1,400-2,000 meters where cooler temperatures create denser beans and more complex flavors—citrus brightness with apricot sweetness.
✓ Fresh-roasted and shipped within 48 hours. No sitting on shelves for months. Just quality beans delivered at peak flavor.
Best Brew Methods
Drip, Pour Over, French Press
Origin
Huila, Colombia
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Get to Know This Coffee
What is single origin coffee?
Single origin means all the beans come from one country. Instead of blending beans from multiple origins, single origin showcases the unique characteristics of where the coffee was grown—the soil, altitude, climate, and processing methods all shape the flavor. Think of it like wine regions: a Bordeaux tastes different from a Napa Valley because of where it's from.
Why choose single origin over a blend?
Single origins let you taste what makes each coffee-growing region unique. Blends are designed for consistency and balance—they're reliable and delicious. Single origins are more like exploring: you'll taste the distinct characteristics of Brazilian coffee, learn what you love, and understand how origin affects flavor. If you're curious about coffee beyond your daily cup, single origins are your classroom.
Why is this roasted to a medium profile?
We roast all single origins to a medium profile to preserve what makes each region unique. Darker roasts add roasty, caramelized flavors that can mask the distinct characteristics of different origins—the soil, altitude, and processing methods that make Brazilian coffee taste different from Ethiopian or Colombian. Medium roast lets the origin shine through. If you prefer darker, bolder coffee, check out our espresso blends and dark roast blends designed for roasty flavor.
Why is Colombian coffee so balanced?
Colombian coffee grows at high altitudes (typically 1,200-2,000 meters) where cooler temperatures slow cherry maturation, developing more complex sugars and balanced acidity. The combination of volcanic soil, consistent rainfall, and careful washed processing creates that sweet spot between brightness and body—not too acidic like Kenya, not too mellow like Brazil. It's why Colombian coffee works everywhere.
What does "washed process" mean?
Washed process means the coffee cherry's fruit is removed before the beans dry—creating a cleaner, brighter cup compared to natural process. After harvesting, cherries are pulped to remove the fruit, then fermented in water to break down remaining mucilage, and finally washed clean before drying. This method highlights the bean's inherent characteristics rather than adding fruity sweetness from the cherry, which is why washed coffees taste cleaner and more defined.
Can I use this for espresso?
You can, but it's not ideal. Colombian washed coffees shine brightest in filter methods (drip, pour over, French press) where their balanced acidity and clean flavors come through. As espresso, they can taste a bit thin or sharp compared to lower-acid origins like Brazil. If you want Colombian characteristics in espresso, look for Colombian beans in our espresso blends where they're paired with fuller-bodied origins.
What makes Colombian coffee different from other origins?
Colombia grows coffee at high altitudes with volcanic soil and washed processing, creating balanced, versatile coffee that works everywhere. Compare this to Ethiopian coffee (brighter, more floral and fruity) or Brazilian (lower acid, chocolatey, heavier body). Colombian beans are the sweet spot—enough acidity to stay interesting, enough body to feel substantial, and clean processing that keeps it approachable. They're why "Colombian coffee" became shorthand for quality.
How should I store single origin coffee?
Same as any fresh coffee: airtight container, cool and dark place, away from moisture and heat. Single origin beans are fresh-roasted and shipped within 48 hours, so they're at peak flavor when they arrive. Use them within 2-3 weeks of opening for best results. Don't refrigerate or freeze—it introduces moisture and ruins the beans.
What is single origin coffee?
Single origin means all the beans come from one country. Instead of blending beans from multiple origins, single origin showcases the unique characteristics of where the coffee was grown—the soil, altitude, climate, and processing methods all shape the flavor. Think of it like wine regions: a Bordeaux tastes different from a Napa Valley because of where it's from.
Why choose single origin over a blend?
Single origins let you taste what makes each coffee-growing region unique. Blends are designed for consistency and balance—they're reliable and delicious. Single origins are more like exploring: you'll taste the distinct characteristics of Brazilian coffee, learn what you love, and understand how origin affects flavor. If you're curious about coffee beyond your daily cup, single origins are your classroom.
Why is this roasted to a medium profile?
We roast all single origins to a medium profile to preserve what makes each region unique. Darker roasts add roasty, caramelized flavors that can mask the distinct characteristics of different origins—the soil, altitude, and processing methods that make Brazilian coffee taste different from Ethiopian or Colombian. Medium roast lets the origin shine through. If you prefer darker, bolder coffee, check out our espresso blends and dark roast blends designed for roasty flavor.
Why is Colombian coffee so balanced?
Colombian coffee grows at high altitudes (typically 1,200-2,000 meters) where cooler temperatures slow cherry maturation, developing more complex sugars and balanced acidity. The combination of volcanic soil, consistent rainfall, and careful washed processing creates that sweet spot between brightness and body—not too acidic like Kenya, not too mellow like Brazil. It's why Colombian coffee works everywhere.
What does "washed process" mean?
Washed process means the coffee cherry's fruit is removed before the beans dry—creating a cleaner, brighter cup compared to natural process. After harvesting, cherries are pulped to remove the fruit, then fermented in water to break down remaining mucilage, and finally washed clean before drying. This method highlights the bean's inherent characteristics rather than adding fruity sweetness from the cherry, which is why washed coffees taste cleaner and more defined.
Can I use this for espresso?
You can, but it's not ideal. Colombian washed coffees shine brightest in filter methods (drip, pour over, French press) where their balanced acidity and clean flavors come through. As espresso, they can taste a bit thin or sharp compared to lower-acid origins like Brazil. If you want Colombian characteristics in espresso, look for Colombian beans in our espresso blends where they're paired with fuller-bodied origins.
What makes Colombian coffee different from other origins?
Colombia grows coffee at high altitudes with volcanic soil and washed processing, creating balanced, versatile coffee that works everywhere. Compare this to Ethiopian coffee (brighter, more floral and fruity) or Brazilian (lower acid, chocolatey, heavier body). Colombian beans are the sweet spot—enough acidity to stay interesting, enough body to feel substantial, and clean processing that keeps it approachable. They're why "Colombian coffee" became shorthand for quality.
How should I store single origin coffee?
Same as any fresh coffee: airtight container, cool and dark place, away from moisture and heat. Single origin beans are fresh-roasted and shipped within 48 hours, so they're at peak flavor when they arrive. Use them within 2-3 weeks of opening for best results. Don't refrigerate or freeze—it introduces moisture and ruins the beans.
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Coffee Questions?
How long does it take to deliver an order?
Normal delivery takes 3 to 5 days, depending on the location. We do provide express processing with next-day delivery for an additional fee.
What are the best coffee beans for espresso?
If you like a dark rich espresso try our Sugarloaf or Battle Bluff espresso beans. For a lighter espresso you should try our Adrenaline Junkie. We always have Seasonal coffee roasts so be on the lookout to give those coffees a try with your brew box!
What should I do if there is a problem with my coffee?
Since all of our coffee is roasted to order we don't offer refunds. However, if you are unhappy with our coffee or service please reach out to us and we will make it right!
I am from Kamloops, do you offer local delivery?
We only offer home delivery to select areas in Kamloops
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