Description
Las Flores Farm – Colombia
Finca Las Flores, located in Acevedo, is a benchmark in specialty coffee production in southern Huila. Originally grown with traditional varieties such as Castillo and Catimor, the farm began a complete transformation of its production line. Beginning in 2013, varieties with greater cup potential began to be incorporated, along with innovative agricultural practices, enabling the production of superior-quality coffees. Today, Las Flores Farm – Colombia It is recognized for its commitment to excellence and continuous improvement at every stage of the process, from planting to final drying.
Producer: Johan Vergara
Johan Vergara is a young coffee grower and pioneer in quality issues in Huila. Since his adolescence, he has worked alongside a group specializing in quality to research and implement agricultural processes and practices that enhance coffee's qualities. Thanks to his dedication and focus on innovation, Johan has established himself as one of the region's most prominent producers, leading one of the most recognized and important farms in specialty coffee production.
Production Process
The production process at Finca Las Flores is distinguished by its precision and attention to detail:
- Harvest: Only ripe grains are harvested.
- Initial selection: The grains are soaked in water to remove those that float.
- First fermentation: They are fermented in bags for 36 hours.
- Pulping: The grains are mechanically pulped.
- Second fermentation: They are submerged again for 36 hours in a previously prepared mucilage and fed with panela for a month.
- Rinse and thermal shock: After rinsing the beans twice, they are thermally shocked with water at 60°C.
- Drying: Finally, the coffee is dried in dehumidifiers, reaching its optimal humidity in just 5 days.
This rigorous process ensures that each bean retains its unique characteristics, offering an unparalleled cup experience.