Papayo Coffee
Papayo from Ibagué, Tolima
Fragrance and aroma of butter and molasses; intensely sweet flavor with notes of sweet red fruits, cherry, plums, and chocolate; silky mouthfeel and a consistent cup.
This selection highlights the rare Papayo variety, sourced from the Santa Barbara farm in Ibagué, Tolima. Under the expert care of producer Mario Arias Osuna, this lot is the result of focused agricultural precision and a specialized post-harvest approach. The beans undergo a washed process that includes a controlled fermentation of 40 to 60 hours, a technique specifically employed to enhance the variety's intense sweetness and complex fruit character.
Growing at an elevation of 1,500 m.a.s.l., the Papayo trees produce a unique cherry that translates into a dense and remarkably consistent cup. With a prestigious Q Score of 87, this coffee is a standout specialty export, offering a rich, dessert-like profile that is both sophisticated and memorable.
Technical Specifications
Country of Origin: Colombia
Region: Ibagué, Tolima
Producer: Mario Arias Osuna
Farm: Santa Barbara
Altitude: 1,500 m.a.s.l.
Variety: Papayo
Processing: Washed (40–60 hr controlled fermentation)
Q Score: 87
Bag Weight: 35 KG
Bag Type: Grain Pro
Certifications: Farmers Fairly Paid (FFP)
Sensory Profile
Fragrance & Aroma: Inviting notes of butter and sweet molasses.
Primary Flavors: An intense, sweet fusion of red fruits, cherry, and plums.
Characteristic Notes: Decadent hints of chocolate.
Body & Finish: A silky mouthfeel with a notably consistent and smooth finish.
