This coffee is a Pink Bourbon variety produced by Cup of Excellence-winner Alexander Vargas in the Huila region of Colombia. Recent research suggests Pink Bourbon is a unique varietal sharing similarities with Ethiopian landraces rather than traditional Bourbon. This coffee offers a flavor profile characterized by floral notes, grape, and sugar cane. It is roasted by Olympia Coffee, who emphasizes the producer's innovative processing and drying techniques.
Founded in 2005 in Olympia, Washington, Olympia Coffee became a meaningful chapter in specialty coffee history when Oliver Stormshak and Sam Schroeder joined and acquired the company in 2010. Operating a 23 kilo Gothot and 70 kilo Loring roaster, they pioneered the Fair For All direct trade program in 2018, paying more than double Fair Trade rates (averaging $4.54 per pound compared to the $1.73 C Market standard). This commitment to transparency appears in annual reports and is backed by B Corp certification with an impressive 90.9 score. Every bag is roasted to order daily, ensuring uncompromising freshness, and their portfolio reflects multiple competition wins across specialty categories.
