Maria Belen Diaz

Origin

• 🇨🇴 Colombia· Huila

Tasting notes

Character

• Bright
  55
• Experimental
  50
• Funky
  40
• Clean
  20

Final roast of this coffee for this season was done specially for Amsterdam Coffee Festival on 1.04.2026 BourbonBourbonOne of the two foundational arabica varieties (with Typica), named after Île Bourbon (Réunion). Sweet, balanced, caramel-leaning; parent of countless modern cultivars. coffee from Maria Belen Diaz in Acevedo, Huila, Colombia, is crafted with exceptional care. The process begins with the meticulous selection of ripe Pink Bourbon cherries, ensuring top-notch quality from the Los Pinos and La Primavera farms in Huila. The beans undergo a 24-hour pre-fermentation while still in cherry form, followed by a 36-hour anaerobic fermentationAnaerobic fermentationCherries or depulped seeds ferment in sealed, oxygen-free tanks. Produces intense, unusual flavors — cinnamon, bubblegum, boozy fruit — that divide opinion. in bags. This unique process enhances the coffee’s flavor profile. After fermentation, the beans are dried on raised beds for 15 days to maintain optimal moisture levels. The semi-washedWashed processThe fruit is removed from the seed before drying, usually with fermentation and a water rinse. Tends to give clean, transparent cups where origin character shows clearly. method used for this coffee results in a vibrant and complex flavor experience, featuring notes of pomegranate, green apple, and yellow flowers. Pink Bourbon coffee showcases the dedication and expertise in coffee processing, providing a distinctive and delightful tasting experience. This coffee is available in both espresso and filter varieties.