Colombia Friends of Huila

Location: Huila Producer: Co-Ops Altitude: 1250-2150 masl Verital: Bourbon, Castillo, Caturra, Colombia, Typica Process: washed Roast: medium Excelso Huila is a classic Colombian coffee sourced from various producers across Huila, one of the country’s most respected coffee-growing regions. Grown at elevations of 1,250 1 , 250 to 2,150 2 , 150 metres above sea level, this fully washed lot brings together well-known Colombian varieties including Bourbon, Castillo, Caturra, Colombia and Typica. It is marketed for its dependable year-round availability, making it a practical and consistent choice for roasters and coffee businesses alike. In the cup, Excelso Huila offers the balanced profile Colombia is famous for, with good body, bright acidity and a clean, reliable character. Huila’s mountainous landscape, fertile volcanic soils and abundant water sources help shape coffees with clarity, structure and sweetness. The result is a versatile coffee that works well as an approachable single origin or as a dependable component in blends. Huila is one of Colombia’s best-known producing regions, located in the southwest of the country along the Magdalena River and influenced by the Colombian Massif. These unique growing conditions support coffee production across multiple harvest periods, helping Colombia supply fresh coffee for much of the year. For customers seeking a dependable washed Colombian with a distinctive regional identity, Excelso Huila is an excellent everyday option. Cupping Notes: cola, green apples, tangerine, honey