Duvan Calderon

Variety: Pink Bourbon

Region: Salado Blanco, Huila, Colombia

Altitude: 1,760 Meters

Harvest: August 2024

Notes: Berries, almond, red cherry, tamarind, full bodied.

Duvan Calderon and FlowerChild have teamed this fall to bring you this wonderful micro lot from Salado Blanco. This cup is rich, full bodied and balanced. Duvan's coffee has an approachable cup quality, great for brewing with all styles. This was an exclusive coffee for subscribers.

At 28 years old, Duván Calderon is a third-generation coffee producer, immersed in the world of coffee throughout his life and a cornerstone of his family's economy. His introduction to specialty coffee began under the guidance of his father, who always encouraged him to delve deeper into the process for better sales strategies. Duván studied techniques in barista work, roasting, and green coffee evaluation, and has worked with coffee distribution companies, where he has cupped and visited various farms to apply that knowledge to his own.

After his father's passing, Duván took full charge of the farm, specializing in cultivation, fermentation, and unique varieties such as Bourbon Rosado. Currently, the farm is managed by him and his sister, with the help of one permanent worker and, during harvest season, an additional 4 to 5 workers.

Duvan's process includes: Cherry harvest is carried out approximately 3 to 4 weeks after maturation. The cherries are fermented in an open hopper for 36 hours. They are then depulped and fermented in an open tank, with oxidation occurring without water. The temperature is controlled to stay below 45°C to prevent the death of the embryo. This method has proven to be very effective for his farm. Washing is done in tanks in a single pass to keep some of the mucilage and save water. Drying is conducted using a truck-style system to ensure precise temperature control, and takes between 12 to 15 days.

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