Los Nogales - Colombia, Sweven | 200g

This small lot of Bourbon Amarillo comes from a high-altitude plot at Los Nogales. Characterised by its distinct sweetness, delicate body and intricate profile, this rare variety has a lot to offer. The lineage of Amarillo or commonly knows as Yellow Bourbon can be traced back to Pederneiras, São Paulo, in 1930. There are two prevailing theories regarding its origin: one suggests it resulted from the natural crossbreeding of Botucatu’s Yellow and Red Bourbon, while the other posits that it may be a natural mutation of Red Bourbon. This specific lot is meticulously hand-harvested from the ripest Bourbon Amarillo cherries. Following harvest, the cherries undergo pulping, flotation, and washing to remove any impurities. They are then oxidised in Cerexa for 96 hours, after which an alcoholic submerged fermentation occurs in tanks for 144 hours at temperatures ranging from 18 to 22 degrees Celsius, utilising a specific strain of lactobacillus, RN21. Subsequently, the cherries are washed and dried in mechanical dryers for 96 hours at temperatures not exceeding 35 degrees Celsius. After visiting Los Nogales twice in 2023 and again in 2025, it is evident that they are excelling in their craft, producing some of the finest coffees globally. This Bourbon Amarillo is no exception, showcasing a sparkling acidity reminiscent of tangy citrus, akin to Fanta Orange, complemented by complex floral character.