Multiple Smallholders (Las Perlitas Program)

Description

Tasting Notes | Watermelon · Fruit Punch · Plum

Country | Colombia
Region | Huila (Santa Maria · Garzón · Pitalito · Palestina)
Elevation | 1600–2000 masl
Producer | Multiple Smallholders (Las Perlitas Program)
Variety | Predominantly Pink Bourbon & Caturra, occasionally Gesha
Process | Washed
Aspects | Smallholder Selection · Regional Blend
Roast | Nordic Light

A celebration of small lots from Huila

Las Perlitas

In Spanish, Las Perlitas means “Little Pearls.” Throughout the harvest in Colombia, many smallholder farmers produce exceptional coffees in quantities too small to export on their own. Rather than letting these coffees disappear into anonymity, Las Perlitas brings them together—curated by cup quality and profile, not volume.

This Huila selection is composed of washed coffees from producers across Santa Maria, Garzón, Pitalito, and Palestina, grown between 1,600 and 2,000 meters above sea level. While the exact makeup shifts each season, the profile consistently leans vibrant and fruit-forward, reflecting both the region and the growing prevalence of Pink Bourbon plantings in Huila.

Varieties

Most Las Perlitas Huila lots are heavily weighted toward Pink Bourbon, supported by Caturra and, in some seasons, small contributions of Gesha. This blend of varieties brings together brightness, sweetness, and aromatic complexity, while maintaining balance and approachability.

Process

Washed

[Harvest] Ripe cherries selectively picked from contributing smallholder farms.

[Depulped] Cherries depulped shortly after harvest.

[Fermentation] Traditional wet fermentation to loosen mucilage.

[Washed] Clean washing to remove remaining mucilage.

[Drying] Dried on beds or patios until stable moisture is reached.

Fermentation & conditioning time: Varies by contributing lot and weather conditions

The Artwork

The artwork on this bag was designed by our in-house designer, Rachel. Inspired by Byzantine Christian motifs with a modern approach, it reflects the idea behind Las Perlitas—many small, beautiful contributions coming together as one.

Text from Lore Coffee Roasters' listing.