El Paraiso Cardamomo - Colombia {Double Anaerobic Washed Thermal Shock}

Technical specifications

Roaster: Taith Coffee
Origin: Colombia (Cauca)
Producer: Diego Samuel Bermúdez – Finca El Paraíso
Altitude: 1960 meters above sea level
Varietal: Castillo
Process: Double Anaerobic Washed Thermal Shock
Profile: Cardamom · Pistachio · Sponge Cake
Roast: Extremely Light
Format: 200g
Ideal for: Filter + Modern Espresso

El Paraiso Cardamomo is one of the most advanced expressions of contemporary Colombian coffee. Produced by Diego Samuel Bermúdez at Finca El Paraíso (Cauca), this lot reflects a unique combination of coffee tradition and scientific precision.

Diego has revolutionized processing through controlled fermentations, selection of microorganisms and his distinctive thermal shock technique, where washings with hot and cold water help to fix aromatic compounds, enhancing intensity and clarity.

The Double Anaerobic Washed Thermal Shock process includes:
- Rigorous selection and washing with ozonated water
- 12 hours of initial oxidation to activate enzymatic processes
- Pulping followed by double fermentation (open tank + submerged stage)
- Traditional washing in channels to preserve cleanliness and acidity
- Mechanical drying at 38°C to 10–11.5% moisture
-Cold stabilization to preserve the aromatic profile

The result is a refined, structured and surprisingly expressive cup, where the sweet spice of cardamom blends with the creaminess of pistachio and the softness of sponge cake.

A technical, elegant, and perfectly calibrated coffee.

Sensory Summary
🌿 Aromatic and spicy cardamom
🥜 Creamy and delicate pistachio
🍰 Sweet and enveloping sponge cake
✨ Bright acidity with a silky texture and clean finish

Taith is a community project that combines specialty coffee, ceramics, books, and Riso design. Its approach is based on transparency, DIY ethics, and social impact.

The essentials:
- Coffee: They roast light and sweet profiles ethically, collaborating closely with producers.
- Impact: They donate 10% of their sales to NGOs and give away coffee to local food banks.
- Community: They offer free pottery courses to support mental health and create job opportunities.
- Philosophy: They value community over merchandise, using art and coffee as tools for change.