Development Lot

Description

Country/Region: Colombia/Antioquia-Quindío-Huila

Producers: Various

Process: Natural – Extended Fermentations

Variety: Castillo/Colombia/Colombia

Elevation: 1,600 – 2,000 masl (meters above sea level)

Notes: Strawberry/cacao/plum

Importer: Unblended

Growth is never linear. It’s built through curiosity, small steps, and lessons learned over time. The Development is a community-driven, experimental lot born from the hands of young producers exploring the boundaries of processing. Each small batch — whether a natural or an extended fermentation — adds to this ongoing journey of discovery.

In the cup, expect a fruit-forward, chocolate-rich experience with notes of dark chocolate, cacao, and a pleasant, rounded fruitiness. Behind the flavor is a bigger purpose: this coffee fuels experimentation, education, and the continued growth of young producers committed to refining their craft.

By adopting this coffee, roasters become part of this cycle of progress, feedback, and shared learning — helping turn experiments into future standards and opening new doors for these producers to evolve, scale, and thrive.

Brewing Preference: Pour-over, French press, or drip. Solid for espresso but you will have to work a little to get it just right.

Text from The Hermit Specialty Coffee's listing.