Aldemar Noriega, El Pedregal, Colombia

This coffee balances vibrant tropical acidity with a syrupy mouthfeel. It opens with notes of white florals and cranberry. As it cools, lemon-like acidity reveals layers of lychee, guava, and Fuji apple. The finish highlights oolong tea, orange peel, and raw almond.

Variety: Chiroso Caturra

Chiroso is a relatively new coffee variety grown mainly in Colombia’s Antioquia region. We began hearing about its cultivation only a few years ago, but its exceptional cup quality has driven rapid expansion. Genetic testing indicates it is of Ethiopian landrace origin, though detailed information remains limited. Its cup profile, however, is outstanding.

There are two identifiable “Chiroso” types, most commonly referred to as Caturra Chiroso. The variety known locally as Caturra Chiroso is a short plant, while Bourbon Chiroso grows taller. Genetic analyses show Caturra Chiroso to be 100% Ethiopian landrace, whereas Bourbon Chir Show More