Intrepid Coffee Co.
Region - Pijao, Quindio, Colombia
Process - Double Washed
Variety - Geisha
Altitude - 1950masl
Roast Level - Light
We Taste - Floral, Orange Marmalade
More Information on Rio Dulce
One of the standout microlots from Las Marías Estate, Río Dulce Geisha Double Washed, undergoes a meticulous, multi-stage fermentation process designed to enhance clarity, acidity, and floral complexity. The process includes:
1. Selective Harvesting: Cherries are picked at their ripest stage, ensuring a 20 Brix grade sugar level for optimal sweetness.
2. First Fermentation: Whole cherries are placed in a closed tank for 12 hours, allowing initial fermentation to develop nuanced flavors.
3. Pulping & Second Fermentation: The cherries are pulped without water and transferred to an open tank, where they ferment without water for 24 hours.
4. First Wash & Third Fermentation: After washing and draining, the coffee undergoes another 24-hour open-air fermentation.
5. Final Wash & Drying: Once the second fermentation is complete, the coffee is washed again and carefully dried in raised African beds for approximately 25 days, ensuring a controlled temperature below 35°C to achieve a 10-11% moisture content.
