Finca La Milán - Colombia {Castillo - Culturing}

Technical Sheet

Roaster: Mellow Coffee Roasters
Origin: Colombia
Region: Quindío
Farm: La Milán
Producer: Julio César Madrid
Variety: Castillo
Process: Culturing with extended washing
Altitude: 1,400 m above sea level
Aroma: Vanilla · Coconut Candy
Notes: Butterscotch Cookie
Aftertaste: Buttery
Texture: Smooth and round
Roast: Modern Espresso Roast
Roasting Machine: ROEST P3000
Recommendation: Espresso
Format: 200g

Why we like it

For its combination of vanilla, coconut candy, and butterscotch cookie. A Castillo with controlled fermentation that stands out for its sweetness and creamy texture, presented with the modern espresso profile of Mellow Coffee Roasters.

Who should buy it

Ideal for those who enjoy modern espressos, sweet and creamy profiles, and coffees with caramel and pastry notes. Especially interesting for those looking to explore fermentations with selected cultures.

From Quindío, Colombia, comes this Castillo from Finca La Milán, produced by Julio César Madrid at an altitude of 1,400 meters.

Processed using Culturing combined with an extended wash, this coffee uses selected cultures and controlled fermentation to develop a sweet and aromatic profile.

Roasted by Mellow Coffee Roasters for modern espresso, it features aromas of vanilla and coconut caramel, notes of butterscotch cookie, and a buttery finish, accompanied by a smooth and rounded texture.

Origin and Producer

Finca La Milán is located in Quindío, Colombia, at an altitude of 1,400 meters, and is managed by Julio César Madrid.

This Castillo variety lot stands out for its Culturing processing, which combines fermentation with selected cultures and an extended wash to develop its sensory profile.

Culturing Process

Processing begins with a selection of fully ripe cherries to maximize sugar concentration and aromatic potential.

Next, a controlled fermentation is carried out with selected cultures, carefully monitoring temperature, pH, and time to guide flavor development.

The coffee goes through carefully managed washing stages to preserve clarity and sweetness, followed by slow and controlled drying.

Finally, it is allowed to rest to stabilize moisture and allow the flavors to integrate.

Sensory Profile

A sweet and creamy cup, with notes of vanilla, coconut caramel, and butterscotch cookie.

Vanilla and coconut caramel stand out in the aroma, while on the palate we find the sweet character of butterscotch cookie.

It features a smooth and rounded texture, with a buttery finish.

Who are we?
We’re Team Mellow — four very different humans (Vicky, Michael, Andy, and Min), stitched together by one shared obsession: coffee. Our backgrounds couldn’t be further apart — law, medicine, economics, media — yet somehow, all roads led us to the same thing: endless cups, late-night cupping sessions, and nerding out over beans. Then one day… boom! A spark lit up. We realized we didn’t just want to drink coffee — we wanted to create it, roast it, share it. Not just with friends, but with anyone willing to join our (de)caffeinated little universe.



Why does Mellow Coffee Roasters exist?
We asked ourselves a tough question at the start: “Why should anyone care about yet another coffee roaster in the Netherlands?”
Our answer? Because we want to bring something different to the table — literally. We grew up surrounded by the flavors and aromas of Asian coffee, yet in Europe, those beans often carry a reputation they don’t deserve. We’re here to change that. To prove that Asian origins are full of nuance, depth, and character worth celebrating. At the same time, we don’t want to just roast — we want to play. To experiment with more sustainable roasting techniques, fold in tech to make each batch consistent and high-quality, and push the limits of what coffee can be.



What’s our goal?
Simple: to showcase coffee from every corner of the world in a way that’s approachable, welcoming, and just plain fun. No coffee snobbery here. Whether you like your brew strong, light, experimental, or classic, we want you to feel at home. Coffee is a whole spectrum of flavors, and we’re here to explore it with you.



So… what’s in it for you?
We don’t just want to be a bag of beans sitting on your shelf. We want to become part of your rhythm — that comforting sip before your day starts, the fuel for your midweek hustle, or the weekend ritual you look forward to. Think of us as your mellow companion, making sure your daily cup isn’t just coffee… it’s a little spark of joy.