Los Nogales - Colombia {Washed Experimental}

Technical Data

Roaster: Liquid Dream
Origin: Pitalito, Huila (Colombia)
Farm: Los Nogales
Producer: Oscar Hernández
Altitude: 1750 masl
Varietal: Bourbon Pink Pepper
Process: Washed (Experimental)
Flavor Profile: Citrus lemonade · Tropical · Floral · Herbal
Format: 200 g

Bourbon Pimienta from Los Nogales is no ordinary coffee. It's an experience.

Following the success of its natural version (2nd place in WCiGS24), this washed lot takes the variety to another level, displaying a clarity and precision uncommon in such complex profiles.

Produced by Oscar Hernández in Huila, this coffee reflects the distinctive signature of Los Nogales: intense, defined, and instantly recognizable profiles.

The result is a vibrant coffee, with lemonade-like acidity, tropical layers, and a long, elegant finish.

Process

Processed using advanced experimental washed methods, with multiple stages:

Rigorous selection of ripe cherries
Brief pasteurization (80°C, 20s) to activate sugars
Pulping with juice recovery
Prolonged fermentation (~5 days) with yeast
Controlled mechanical drying (8–12 days)
Stabilization in GrainPro (15–30 days)

This process allows for maximum clarity with high complexity.

Sensory summary

Cherry / lemonade-like orange
Kiwi
Papaya
Orange blossom
Oolong-like herbal notes

Some time ago, we enjoyed a La Maria Gesha from our favorite Dutch roastery. As the first sip touched our lips, a shared grin spread across our faces - it was simply exceptional. That very grin embodies our philosophy.

We are Julian and Max and have been working in the specialty coffee industry for almost a decade. Participating in competitions and experimenting with specialty coffees has created a deep passion. Now we want to share this passion and knowledge with you through some truly exceptional coffees. Together we want to go deeper down the rabbit hole.