Huila, Colombia
Jose Gonzales
Our first ever offering from producer Jose Gonzales.
We taste
cola, raisin, honeycrisp
...in this coffee.
On a cupping table of beautiful pink bourbons, bourbon ajís, and an incredible lot of Nery Montilla, sat a sample from Jose Gonzales – an AA lot from his farm La Cristalina. One would think this sample would get lost against a table of incredible coffees but this gem from Jose held its own with deep sweetness, vibrant acidity and heavier body. It was a no brainer to include this lot in our most recent selections from Colombia.
Fresh off the grind the aromatics are intense and cola like. In the cup, a lovely dried fruit note like raisin, mingles with honey crisp apple, and a lovely malic acidity. If you like sweet, balanced cups with a moderate fruit presence, Jose should be a go to.









Recommended Preparation

Out: 36g
Brew Time: 24-26s

Coffee: 18g
H2O: 305g
Brew Time: 2:05
T.D.S: 1.31%
Grind: 900µm
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