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La Union — Washed Castillo

Single Farm — Nariño

SCA Score: 84.5
Sensory Experience
Bakers Chocolate Brown Sugar Vanilla Almond Cinnamon
"The definition of a crowd-pleaser. A smooth, rounded cup with deep notes of bakers chocolate and brown sugar, lifted by a gentle vanilla and cinnamon sweetness."
🔥 Roaster's Insight
  • Versatility: This high-altitude Castillo is dense and resilient. It performs exceptionally well as a consistent Single Origin espresso or the backbone of a premium house blend.
  • Development: Don't be afraid to extend development time. Pushing slightly further into Maillard brings out the rich Almond and Chocolate body without introducing bitterness.
  • Sweet Spot: A medium roast unlocks the classic Nariño sweetness (Brown Sugar) that makes this coffee so drinkable.

About this Coffee

Julio Bastidas is not just a coffee grower; he is the custodian of a family legacy. Inheriting his knowledge from his parents and grandparents, he proudly manages Finca San Isidro Labrador in the high mountains of La Unión, Nariño (1720 MASL).

Julio views his farm as more than just production land; his dream is to transform it into a "personal laboratory" for flavor exploration and a natural paradise. This lot represents the classic, reliable profile of Nariño: sweet, clean, and structurally sound.

Technical Details

ProducerJulio Bastidas
RegionLa Unión, Nariño
FarmSan Isidro Labrador
VarietyCastillo
ProcessWashed
Altitude1720 MASL
Fermentation24 hours traditional fermentation
Crop Year2026
Packaging70kg Bags
LocationWarehouse Andelst, NL
Julio Bastidas - Producer

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