Chapoleros - Pink Bourbon Washed - Colombia

About this coffee

Henry Bonilla grew up working on El Arrayán, the family farm he would later inherit from his father. His early immersion in agriculture shaped a deep understanding of coffee cultivation, making his transition into full farm management seamless. Recognized for his innovative spirit, Henry has embraced advanced processing techniques to elevate the quality of his coffees. He has introduced exotic varieties such as Gesha, while refining traditional cultivars like Tabi and Castillo through controlled fermentations and flavor-enhancing microbial processes. Beyond his own farm, Henry is an influential community leader. He frequently shares his knowledge with neighboring producers, promoting more sustainable practices, better post-harvest management, and pathways to specialty-grade production.

Step 1 - Selective harvesting: Only fully ripe Pink Bourbon cherries are handpicked, ensuring high sugar concentration and uniform fermentation potential.
Step 2 - Oxidation phase (48h): Cherries rest in open tanks for 48 hours of controlled fermentation, allowing natural microbial activity to intensify sweetness and floral precursors.
Step 3 - Depulping: Cherries are depulped, removing the outer skin while preserving the mucilage essential for fermentation.
Step 4 - Controlled fermentation: The parchment coffee is transferred to a bioreactor for 72 hours of extended fermentation. , developing deeper fruit and floral character while maintaining a clean washed cup profile.
Step 5 - Light washing: After fermentation, the parchment is lightly washed to remove excess mucilage while preserving some sugars for enhanced sweetness.
Step 6 - Drying phase: Drying begins under the sun until the coffee reaches ~30% moisture. Final stabilization occurs in a mechanical dryer at low, controlled temperatures until reaching 10-11% moisture.
Step 7 - Resting and stabilisation: The coffee rests for 30 days in a controlled environment to harmonize the aromatics and stabilize the cup before milling and export.