Colombia Pina Colada
Colombia Piña Colada | Tropical Pineapple & Coconut
A vacation in a cup. This rare Purple Cattura features an experimental washed process that explodes with tropical notes of fresh pineapple, coconut cream, and vanilla.
The Origin Story
From the high-altitude farms of Colombia comes a truly Experimental taste profile. This coffee, featuring the rare Purple Cattura varietal, undergoes a meticulous Washed Process followed by a unique, controlled fermentation phase. This careful handling is what generates the intense tropical character and the signature Pineapple notes. This is more than just coffee; it's a bold expression of terroir and advanced processing techniques designed specifically for the filter method. This is a genuinely Rare Coffee.
Bean Identity
| Region | Colombia (High-Altitude Farms) |
| Process | Washed (Experimental Fermentation) |
| Varietal | Purple Cattura |
| Altitude | 1700 - 2000 MASL (Approx.) |
| Roast Level | Light (Filter Roast) |
Roast Philosophy
This bean is treated to a precise Fruity Filter Roast (Light Roast). This extremely delicate approach is chosen specifically to avoid muting the complex acids and volatile aromatics created by the Experimental taste. The roast development is halted before any caramelized sugar notes interfere, ensuring the vibrant Piña Colada coffee profile shines through in the cup.
Sensory Profile Deep Dive
Prepare for a bright, vibrant, and tropical cup that challenges the definition of coffee.
- Aroma: An explosive aromatic signature of fresh Pineapple and ripe Coconut when ground.
- Body: A medium-light, clean body that feels silky and juicy in the mouth. It offers a Juicy body akin to drinking a light fruit nectar.
- Acidity: High, clean, and bright acidity, resembling fresh Citrus and the sharpness of Pineapple. This bright profile is what defines it as a Fruity filter roast.
- Notes: A vivid profile dominated by Pineapple notes, Coconut Cream, and a sweet, lingering note of Vanilla.
- Finish: A clean, complex, and refreshing finish that leaves a persistent sensation of tropical fruit.
Degassing Advice (Expert Tip)
Given the light roast and complex experimental processing, this coffee benefits from a slightly longer rest period to stabilize. We recommend waiting 10 to 14 days post-roast date for the flavors to fully integrate and the extraction to become balanced.
Brewing Guide
This bean is optimized for pour-over methods. Our recommended recipe for a transparent and balanced cup:
- Ratio: 1:15 (e.g., 20g coffee to 300ml water)
- Temperature: 92°C
- Total Brew Time: 2:30 - 3:00 minutes
For a perfect Filter Coffee Beans extraction, pair your brewing equipment with a precise grinder from our Home Espresso Grinders collection to achieve a consistent particle size, which is critical for light roasts.
If you seek a coffee that tastes like a sun-drenched tropical vacation, this experimental Colombia Piña Colada is a must-try. It's a true collector's piece of the specialty coffee world. Explore more exotic origins in our Specialty Coffee Beans collection.
Taste the tropics today.