Zarza

About This Coffee

Zarza is a Geisha variety coffee produced by the Gasca family in the mountains of Bruselas, Huila, Colombia. This coffee undergoes a unique thermal shock natural process, involving 24 hours of resting, 48 hours of anaerobic fermentation, and a 60°C thermal shock rinse to stabilize the flavor profile. The result is an intense, tropical, and floral cup with notes of lychee, elderflower, mango, papaya, pineapple, and lollipop, complemented by a subtle brandy-like sweetness and a long finish.

Origin

Huila, Bruselas (Colombia)

Flavor Notes

Pineapple, Lollipop, Brandy

Roast Level

Light, Medium

Processing

Thermal Shock Natural

Typology

Arabica

Geisha

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Adriano’s Bar & Café

Adrianos was founded in 1998 by Adrian Iten as Switzerland's first shop in roastery concept, where coffee was roasted on a small Probat drum roaster between mixing cocktails and frothing milk. What started as an experiment in the heart of Bern grew into a fully equipped operation, now roasting on a Loring S35 Kestrel, the first of its kind installed in a Swiss roastery. A dedicated team works across multiple sessions each week, and the company imports green coffee directly from producers. Adrianos has long held the motto "Freshly roasted. More than fair," a philosophy visible in every layer of the business. The roastery earned the Ueli Prager Prize in 2001 for its courage and concept. Adrian Iten, often referred to in Swiss media as "Mister Coffee," has been a consistent voice for quality and sustainability in Bern's coffee culture for over two decades.

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