Castillo - Washed Espresso

Whole Bean

Price: $27.99
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Tasting Notes
What to expect from the moment you open the bag to the residual taste - and everything in-between
CaramelDark ChocolateToasted Almond
Price: $27.99
Castillo - Washed Espresso
$27.99

Quick Facts

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Varietal & Process

Castillo - Washed Process

Origin

Filo Bonito, Risaralda, Colombia
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Producer

Alejandra Ramirez - Finca La Sirena

Cup Score

84 SCA
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Finca La Sirena

Alejandra Ramirez

 

Perched at 1,560 MASL in Filo Bonito, Finca La Sirena is home to producer Alejandra Ramírez, who tends thousands of coffee and banana plants that flourish under her care. What makes La Sirena truly special, besides their outstanding coffee, is its role as a gathering place. The farm’s restaurant—set against sweeping panoramic views of the region’s iconic coffee landscapes—welcomes visitors, neighbors, and travelers to share meals, stories, and the rhythms of life. It’s a space where community comes together, framed by the beauty of the mountains and the aroma of coffee.

Finca La Sirena

Perched at 1,560 MASL in Filo Bonito, Finca La Sirena is home to producer Alejandra Ramírez, who tends thousands of coffee and banana plants that flourish under her care. What makes La Sirena truly special, besides their outstanding coffee, is its role as a gathering place. The farm’s restaurant—set against sweeping panoramic views of the region’s iconic coffee landscapes—welcomes visitors, neighbors, and travelers to share meals, stories, and the rhythms of life. It’s a space where community comes together, framed by the beauty of the mountains and the aroma of coffee.

Finca La Sirena
Risaralda, Colombia

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Castillo

Developed by Cenicafé as a rust‑resistant successor to Caturra, is known for its reliable productivity and surprisingly bright, sweet cup when carefully cultivated. Expect clean acidity, gentle red‑fruit notes, and a smooth. Its diverse regional lines—Naranjal, Paraguaicito, El Rosario—adapt well to different microclimates, making Castillo a cornerstone of modern Colombian coffee and a variety that balances resilience with genuinely enjoyable flavor.

Washed Process

Clean Coffee, Pure Delight
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Profile

Notes: Caramel • Dark Chocolate • Toasted Almond

Brewing Recommendations

Pour-Over and similar methods

Water Temp.

192-197°F

Grind Size

Medium - 600-700µm

Bloom & Pours

35s Bloom and 3 Pours

Ratio & Time

1:16 and 3:30min