This Colombia El Vergel is a Pink Bourbon variety coffee from the Fresno region of Tolima, grown at an altitude of 1500 meters. The coffee undergoes a unique semi-washed process involving a 36-hour pre-fermentation, followed by 120 hours of anaerobic fermentation in mucilage, and 30 days of mechanical drying. This results in a vibrant cup characterized by sweet citrus acidity and distinct flavor notes of white grape, jasmine, and sweet tea.
PERC Coffee was founded in 2010 by Philip Brown in Savannah, Georgia, beginning with a Diedrich IR 12 roaster sourced from eBay and initial deliveries made by bike and backpack. The roastery operates from a restored warehouse alongside an organic community garden, embedding sustainability into both coffee sourcing and physical space. Brown sources colorful coffees from various origins, prioritizing long term producer relationships that allow consistency and trust building. The roasting philosophy centers on small batch profiles crafted to maximize sweetness and varietal character, while monthly free public cupping sessions invite the community into the sensory experience of specialty coffee.
