Catiope Spring Washed Co-Ferment - Elkin Guzman - El Mirador

El Mirador – Catiope Spring Co-Ferment 

Producer: Elkin Ferney Guzmán Vargas
Farm: El Mirador, Huila, Colombia
Variety: Catiope
Process: Washed Spring Co-Ferment

Flavor Notes: Peach · Stone Fruit · Passion Fruit · Cherry · Lemon

Story
From the innovative mind of Elkin Guzmán at El Mirador in Huila, this Catiope lot embodies precision and creativity. The farm spans 31 hectares in the village of El Portal, cultivating rare varieties like Caturra, Tabi, Orange Bourbon, and Mokka. With over 70 years of family heritage, Elkin’s experimental approach to post-harvest processing has redefined Colombian coffee quality.

This Catiope undergoes a 330-hour co-fermentation with a handcrafted mother culture made from lactobacillus, red fruit juice, and aromatic herbs. The process amplifies the coffee’s fruit character while maintaining balance and clarity. After slow drying to a precise 10.5–11% moisture, the result is a lively and expressive cup that captures the essence of spring.

Expect layers of juicy stone fruit, passion fruit, and ripe cherry, balanced by a twist of lemon brightness and a clean, floral finish.

Brew Tips
Pour Over / Flash Brew
1:16 ratio · Medium-fine grind · 92–94°C
Highlights clarity, fruit sweetness, and vibrant acidity.

Espresso
18–20g in · 36g out · 25–30 sec · 93°C
Delivers a juicy, expressive shot with layered fruit complexity.