This coffee is a Typica Mejorado variety from Finca Anaya in the Acevedo region of Huila, Colombia, grown at 1600 meters altitude. It undergoes an advanced washed process involving a watermelon co-ferment, where a culture of native microorganisms and watermelon is used during fermentation. The resulting cup features a flavor profile of honeydew, orange blossom, and vanilla sweetness. This coffee is suitable for filter brewing methods.
Brian Zhou runs Thoughtful Coffee as a one person nanoroaster operation in Brooklyn, New York. A software engineer by profession, Zhou financed an Aillio Bullet home roaster and built the business around three core values: transparency in pricing and process, humane relationships over profit maximization, and strict quality control. The focus is on small batch light roasts with floral, fruity, and complex profiles, sourcing unusual and distinctively processed coffees at accessible prices. Zhou documents his roasting process and collects customer feedback openly through a Substack publication, making the entire operation as legible as possible.
