Colombia Gran Galope

Colombia Gran Galope

Origin: Nariño, Colombia

Process: Washed

Roast Level: Medium

Notes: Ripe berry, candied pear, cocoa, malt

Description: This fresh crop Colombia comes to us from Nariño, one of the most well-known growing regions in Colombia. It was grown at a high altitude and as a result there is plenty of complexity in the cup.  Look for notes of ripe berry, candied pear, cocoa, and malt flavors. While this is a medium roast, the body is surprisingly silky. The cup finishes with a tart acidity and fruit-like sweetness.

Background: Gran Galope lots are Excelso grade coffees (15/16 screen size) that have been cupped and evaluated for their "workhorse" versatility. These lots are expected to have a balance of sweetness, fruity effervescence, and a foundation of cocoa and/or toffee. Most Excelso Gran Galope offerings are a blend of coffees from between 10–30 smallholder farmers and are traceable to the region. Gran Galope selections from Huila are cupped and purchased in Pitalito; selections from Cauca are cupped and purchased in Popayán; and Nariño Gran Galopes are cupped and purchased in both Pasto and La Unión.