
Tropical Blossom, Colombia
250 g
GOOD FOR


Tropical Blossom, Colombia
Palestina, Huila
ORIGIN
1600-1800 M
ALTITUDE
La Piragua, Alexander Vargas
PRODUCER
Striped Red Bourbon
VARIETY
Anaerobic natural
METHOD
WHY THIS COFFEE?
We picked Alexander Vargas’ Red Bourbon Natural because it’s the kind of coffee that makes the cupping table go silent - followed by a round of “Wow, what is this?”. The combination of bright red fruit, jammy sweetness and clean structure immediately stood out.
But beyond the cup, we were drawn to the precision and care Alexander puts into his processing - from the 60-hour sealed fermentation to the slow and meticulous drying. It’s a coffee that showcases not just flavour, but intention.
This exceptional Red Bourbon Natural comes from La Piragua, a farm located in Palestina, Huila, Colombia, where producer Alexander Vargas meticulously cultivates high-quality microlots. Nestled at elevations of 1600-1800 MASL, La Piragua benefits from Huila’s rich volcanic soil and ideal climate, producing coffees with vibrant acidity, deep sweetness and a structured complexity.
Alexander Vargas is a dedicated coffee grower with a passion for innovation and precision in processing. His approach to coffee production focuses on fermentation control and careful drying techniques, ensuring that each lot maintains consistency and expresses the best attributes of the variety. Alexander has developed a standout Red Bourbon that highlights the potential of high-altitude, meticulously processed coffees.
This coffee undergoes an extended 60-hour fermentation in sealed barrels, an approach that enhances the natural fruitiness and creates a rich, jammy profile. The controlled anaerobic environment allows the sugars in the cherries to develop complex flavor compounds, adding depth and structure to the final cup.
After fermentation, the cherries are slow-dried in a drying shed for 18 days, ensuring an even and controlled drying process that preserves the coffee’s clarity and balance. This method locks in the rich red fruit flavors and maintains the coffee’s clean yet bold characteristics.
This coffee is a true reflection of Alexander Vargas’ expertise and the meticulous care that goes into every step of its production. Whether enjoyed as a filter brew or an adventurous espresso, this Red Bourbon Natural offers a sensory experience full of intensity, complexity, and depth - a must-try for lovers of expressive and fruit-driven coffees.
THE COLLECTION
FLAVOUR
The Flavour Collection is where specialty coffee comes alive. Inspired by the coffee flavour wheel, these vibrant and distinctive coffees showcase everything from bright and sugary to fruity and floral profiles. They are bold, exciting and perfect for those who love exploring the limitless possibilities of coffee.