Origin: Colombia
Producer: Gabriel Castano Buendia
Region: Acevedo, Huila
Importer: Langdon Coffee Merchants
Elevation: 1, 720m
Process: Washed
Varietal: Pink Bourbon
Tasting Notes: Honey, Orange, Floral
Don Gabriel is a true legend in Colombian coffee circles and is known colloquially as Southern Hulia's Godfather of Pink Bourbon. He planted this varietal on his family farm, La Esmerelda, a variety which was not very well known at the time. He has since shared his knowledge and starters with countless peers, many of whom have gone on to se 11 their own Pink Bourbon lots internationally.
Despite deteriorating health due to his advancing age, Don Gabriel is proud of what he has achieved and says he wouldn't trade lives with anyone. His Children have picked up the mantle and are all coffee producers in their own right.
The Buendia family have produced an incredibly clean, bright pink bourbon with a delicate citrus acidity. On initial contact with water, we had aroma's reminiscent of sweet cherry and forest fruits. As the coffee begins to cool, floral notes of earl grey move to the forefront of the pallet, showcasing the high complexity this coffee has to offer.