DAY 12

COFFEE INFO:

Producer: Carlos BelalcazarFarm: Edelmira Micromill

Location: Colombia, Nariño

Altitude: 2200 masl

Varietal: Gesha

Process: Special Fermentation Process

Mel's Brew recipe:

Method: v60

Ratio: 15.5g in / 250g out

Grind: EK 8

Water temp: 94

50 g bloom wait 40 s, pour the rest (200) up to 250

MORE INFO:

Don Carlos, a second-generation coffee farmer, inherited his father's farm
and carried on the family tradition with passion. In 2022, the Belalcazar's
Gesha lot, processed using a unique washed method, achieved an
exceptional feat, winning first place in Colombia's prestigious Cup of
Excellence contest. La Bohemia presents notes of lemongrass, clementine,
and orange blossom. This Gesha offers a medium clean body with a citrus
acidity, and long-lasting, refreshing note to finish.

Renowned for its complex flavour profile, Colombian Gesha flourishes in the
unique conditions of the country. The combination of high-altitude farms,
volcanic soils, and microclimates contributes to its distinctive qualities. La
Bohemia farm possesses a one-of-a-kind climate that ensures consistent
harvests throughout the year.
Every region boasts its own distinct ecosystem. La Bohemia has the
capacity to cultivate various crops alongside coffee production. These
include avocado and corn, as well as fruit trees and bananas, which provide
shade for the coffee plants. This coexistence supports the land, the coffee,
and the self-sufficiency of the farming family.

The Belalcazar family, originally from the Cartago municipality, has a long
legacy of coffee production that spans generations.
Don Carlos, a second-generation coffee farmer, inherited his father's farm
and passionately followed the art of coffee cultivation, honouring his
ancestors.
The region's favourable climes encouraged the flourishing of the Gesha
varietal, ensuring consistent year-round harvests. Displaying this pursuit of
excellence, the Belalcazer’s Gesha lot, processed using the washed
method, earned first place in the Cup of Excellence contest held in
Columbia in 2022, embodying the family’s unwavering dedication and
commitment to crafting exceptional coffee.
This award-winning producer uses a special fermentation process for a
distinct and delightful cup profile. A unique and beautifully complex coffee,
worthy of its Cup of Excellence 2022 accolade.

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