Where is Colombian Coffee Grown? Introduction to the Flavor Characteristics of Huila Pour-Over Coffee

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Colombian Coffee Regions

Antioquia: Located in central-northern Colombia, Antioquia is the second-largest coffee producing region in Colombia, with production second only to Huila Province.

Santander: Coffee beans from the Santander region have a unique fresh herbaceous flavor, with a long-lasting aftertaste and intense taste.

Tolima: Tolima borders Cauca and Huila, with an average altitude of around 1500m, where cooperative models are prevalent.

Cauca: Cauca Department, named after the Cauca River, is a Colombian coffee origin certified region.

Huila: Colombian Huila, also spelled "Wuilan" or "Wheela," is considered the king of Colombian coffee, widely recognized as the most balanced coffee.

Nariño: Nariño Province is closer to the equator, at about 1 degree north latitude, with abundant year-round sunshine. The beans are small but plump, with vibrant green color.

Colombia Huila Coffee Profile

Origin: Huila

Altitude: 1500-1800 meters

Variety: Caturra

Processing Method: Washed

Recommended Brewing Method: Pour-over

Dripper: KONO Dripper

Water Temperature: 86°C

Dose: 15 grams

Coffee-to-Water Ratio: 1:15

Grind Size: Medium-fine grind (BG 6S: 45% pass-through rate on China standard #20 sieve)

Brewing Technique: Staged extraction

Use 30g of water for blooming, with a bloom time of approximately 36 seconds. With a small water flow, pour in a circular motion in the center until reaching 95g, creating a first segment at 125g total. Continue pouring to 227g when the water level drops to just before exposing the coffee bed. Remove the dripper when the water level drops to just before exposing the coffee bed (timing starts from the beginning of bloom). Total extraction time is 2'00".

Flavor Profile: Overall well-balanced with noticeable sweetness. Initial taste reveals black chocolate, nuts, and caramel, with soft fruit acidity as the temperature changes.

Knowledge Tip: The Huila region features mountainous terrain, with coffee grown on valley slopes, providing the high altitude suitable for quality Arabica beans cultivation and optimal temperatures.

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