Cup Notes: Almond, Caramel, Red Fruits, Chocolate
 
Origin: Colombia
Region: Tolima
Elevation: 1,650masl-1,950masl
Process: Washed
Variety: Caturra & Castillo
 
This staple single origin coffee is a key component of our 15 Mile Blend. We selected it for its balanced acidity and chocolate-forward sweetness. We’re proud to purchase this coffee in large quantities, as it directly supports the farmers involved in the Black Condor Community Project, organized by our importer, Forest Coffee. As more roasters commit to this project, additional producers can join, offering them consistent income, improved access to resources, and stronger livelihoods that lead to better coffee overall.
 
A note from Forest Coffee:
 
Situated in Gaitania, Tolima, an area historically impacted by conflict and renowned as the birthplace of Colombian coffee, Emmanuel, a dedicated coffee grower, embarked on a venture. In 2016, in collaboration with his family, they established a coffee processing center aimed at assisting over 15 villages in Gaitania, facilitating local coffee growers in bean processing. Forest Coffee and Emmanuel joined forces in 2019 to establish the Black Condor Project, providing support to farmers in Gaitania affected by guerrilla warfare. We regularly conduct workshops with producers to emphasize quality and cover processes such as fermentation, drying, and cupping of their own coffees. The culmination of these efforts is the exquisite Black Condor Coffee.