Colombia, ACC Por La Paz

Origin

• 🇨🇴 Colombia· Cauca

Tasting notes

Character

• Clean
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Colombia, ACC Por La Paz Farmer: ACC Por La Paz Region: Cauca Process: 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. Varietals: CastilloCastilloColombia's leaf-rust-resistant variety, bred by Cenicafé from Caturra and Timor hybrid. Long dismissed by purists, it now wins competitions when grown and processed well. & CaturraCaturraA natural dwarf mutation of Bourbon found in Brazil: compact plants, easier picking, bright and clean cup. A workhorse across Latin America. Flavour Notes: Citrus fruits, dried fruits, chocolate This coffee grows in the regions of Piendamó, Morales, and Cajibío , where elevation, steady climate, and careful farming practices combine to produce a clean and expressive cup. Grown between 1,650 and 1,800 meters above sea level , the coffee develops slowly, resulting in good density, bright citrus acidityAcidityThe bright, lively, fruit-like sensation in coffee — praise, not a flaw. Citric sparkle, malic apple-crispness, tartaric wine notes; light roasts preserve more of it., gentle sweetness, and a juicy, balanced bodyBodyThe weight and texture of coffee in the mouth, from tea-like and delicate to syrupy and heavy. Driven by process, roast, variety, and brew method.. The washed process, combined with 18 - 24 hours of aerobic fermentation , helps preserve clarity while allowing the character of the land to show through. What makes this coffee really special is the people who make it. ACC Por La Paz unites smallholderSmallholderA farmer growing coffee on a small family plot — often under two hectares. Most of the world's coffee is grown this way, typically pooled at cooperatives or washing stations. farmers in the heart of Cauca who have chosen coffee as a way to remain on their land and build a dignified future, despite the strong economic pressure rural families often face from illicit crops in this region. Through collective organization, shared learning, and ongoing technical support, the farmers strengthen coffee as a legal and viable livelihood. They improve quality while building resilient local communities. This coffee isn't about trends or shortcuts. It reflects steady work, trust, and a long-term commitment to cultivating something meaningful, one harvest at a time.