


Detalles del producto
A competition-winning Sidra with tropical clarity and purple florals.
”We are thrilled to roast and share the anaerobic natural Sidra by Rigoberto! This micro lot was brewed to win the 2023 WBrC by Carlos Medina and it is such a privilege and honor to be able to share this with our community!” / Alexander
Producer and Process Info
Farm: Potosi, Café Granja La Esperanza
Producer: Rigoberto Herrera
Region: Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Altitude: 1500–1800 masl
Variety: Sidra (Red Bourbon x Typica)
Process: Anaerobic Natural
Fermentation: 40h whole cherry + 20h in mucilage
Drying: 72h mechanical, 5 days additional mechanical, finished with 8 days sun drying
Cup Profile
Mango, pineapple, stewed cherry, cocoa nib, purple florals, lychee, spice
Taste description: This is a fruit-forward, balanced, and complex flavor profile. You’ll find a vibrant red and purple floral aroma. In the cup there are tropical fruits like mango, and pineapple, stewed cherry, cocoa nib, and purple floral notes. It also features a balanced acidity and a lingering aftertaste, often with hints of lychee and spice.
Backstory
This is the very coffee used by Carlos Medina to win the 2023 World Brewers Cup. A rare Sidra lot from Café Granja La Esperanza — pioneers of experimental processing and competition-grade lots. Rigoberto Herrera’s dedication to innovation is evident in every step, from fermentation design to final cup structure.
About the Farm
The Herrera family started growing coffee in 1945, planting Typica in small, carefully managed lots. Under the leadership of Rigoberto and Luis, Café Granja La Esperanza has become one of the most respected names in Colombian specialty coffee — producing award-winning lots like Cerro Azul Gesha and now this Sidra from Potosi. Their pursuit of excellence includes advanced fermentation techniques, in-house Q grading, and process development like the X.O. and Napoleon methods. This lot reflects decades of work and global recognition.
Sizes and Brewing Suggestions
Limited release – 100g box only
Best enjoyed as filter – V60 or competition-style brews