The Barn - Colombia Black Condor Washed Espresso 250 g

Whole-bean specialty coffee from Colombia, roasted by The Barn roasting brand. Dark roast, perfect for espresso machines and moka pots. The flavour of the brew resembles candid orange and cocoa.  

Origin: Colombia

Region: Tolima

Farm: Black Condor Project

Variety: Caturra Castillo

Processing: Washed

Cupping score: 86 / 100 

Altitude: 1800 m a. s. l.

THE CUP

The profile is typically Colombian, with superb clarity and definition. In the cup, expect notes of candied orange, cacao, and honey. Acidity is well-balanced but does not dominate, with lasting richness reminiscent of sweet dried fruit: one of those espressos we could drink all day.

ABOUT THE FARM

The area of Gaitania, Tolima, was historically impacted by conflict. In 2019, our export partners Forest Coffee - founded by the Bayter family from El Vergel - and local coffee grower Emmanuel joined forces to establish the Black Condor Project, providing support to farmers in Gaitania affected by guerrilla warfare. The projects conducts regular workshops with producers to emphasise quality and cover processes such as fermentation, drying, and cupping of their own coffees. Their coffee is processed at a mill in Gaitania, which now serves over 15 villages across Gaitania.

THE PROCESS

The process begins with embracing mucilage for 24 hours. The beans then rest on a drying patio, fostering a harmonious profile. After a 15 to 25-day drying period, they undergo a stabilisation process before proceeding to the milling process, which results in a consistent profile.

ROASTERS OPINION

In 2019, the Black Condor Project was established to support farmers affected by the violence that had swept Colombia. Across 15 villages, assistance with growing, processing, and quality control has helped lift coffee quality. This washed lot shows everything they have achieved.