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El Refugio Specialty Coffee
El Refugio Specialty Coffee
Indulge in El Refugio Specialty Coffee, born in the lush Colombian region of its namesake. Grown on a family-owned farm in volcanic soil, embraced by the canopy of Nogal Cafetero and other shaded trees, these beans thrive at 1400-1600 meters ASL.
Aroma: sweet florals, vanilla, lemon zest. Flavor: citrus, panela, cocoa. Medium acidity, balanced, medium-bodied, consistently clean. Total score: an impressive 86.25. Experience the excellence of El Refugio.
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Flavour Profile
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Aroma:
When you take a whiff of El Refugio coffee, you'll notice it's sweet with a hint of floral notes, like the smell of fresh flowers. You might even catch a whiff of vanilla and lemon zest, making it truly inviting.
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Flavour:
The flavour of this coffee is reminiscent of citrus fruits, with a touch of panela (an unrefined sugar) and a hint of cocoa. It's like enjoying a delicious blend of sweet and slightly chocolatey goodness in every sip.
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Acidity:
This coffee has a medium acidity, which adds just the right amount of liveliness to the taste.
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Body:
It's a medium-bodied coffee, meaning it's not too heavy or too light – just right for an enjoyable cup.
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Balance:
The balance of flavours in El Refugio coffee is truly delightful, creating a harmonious and well-rounded taste experience.
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Uniformity:
Each cup of El Refugio coffee is consistently good, reflecting the care and precision in its production.
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Clean Cup:
This coffee is exceptionally clean, meaning there are no undesirable flavours or impurities, ensuring a pure and delightful taste.
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Sweetness:
El Refugio coffee is exceptionally sweet, making it a real treat for those who enjoy a touch of sweetness in their coffee.
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Total Score:
El Refugio coffee has been awarded an impressive total score of 86.25, emphasizing its outstanding quality for Specialty Coffee
El Refugio's Origin
Origin:
El Refugio, a region known for its exceptional coffee, nestled in the lush Colombian landscape.
Where It's Grown:
El Refugio coffee thrives on family-owned farms situated at altitudes between 1400 to 1600 meters above sea level, ensuring the best growing conditions.
Soil Type
The coffee beans are grown in volcanic soil, a type known as "Andisols." This soil is rich in nutrients, similar to the way volcanic ash enriches the land. It's like nature's fertilizer, providing the coffee with a unique and fertile environment to grow.
Weather Conditions:
With an average temperature of 19 degrees Celsius and 1300 mm of annual rainfall, El Refugio's coffee beans enjoy the perfect climate for quality coffee production.
Shade Trees:
The coffee plants are nurtured under the natural canopy of trees like Nogal Cafetero, Guamos, Flor Morados, Cedros, and Vainillos, providing shade and enhancing their growth.