TAITH - Las Margaritas | Colombia - Washed - Geisha

Cherries are harvested at optimal ripeness to ensure the best flavour potential. After picking, they are floated in water to remove any underdeveloped or lower-density fruit. Brix readings are taken at this stage to measure sugar content and confirm readiness for fermentation.
The process begins with an 18-hour aerobic fermentation in open tanks, encouraging the initial development of flavour and aroma. Following gentle pulping, the coffee undergoes a second aerobic fermentation lasting 24 hours, further enhancing complexity and depth.
Once fermentation is complete, the remaining mucilage is washed away, leaving clean parchment and promoting clarity in the final cup profile.
Drying takes place in mechanical silos, where beans are carefully dried at a consistent temperature of 38 °C over 3 to 5 days. After drying, the coffee is stabilised in climate-controlled storage at 18–19 °C, helping maintain structure, preserve freshness, and protect its aromatic qualities.

Farm

Las Margaritas sits above a flowing brook that winds through the entire farm, cascading into small falls as it passes through bamboo groves and dense green vegetation. This lush landscape helps capture moisture from the clouds that frequently settle over the hillsides, creating an ideal environment for coffee cultivation.
The Pacamara variety has recently undergone renovation and is still recovering, as the fields were fully stumped to encourage healthy regrowth. Meanwhile, Pink Bourbon is being introduced in select areas, alongside significant plantings of CGLE17, one of Café Granja’s newest hybrid varieties.
The farm’s blue and yellow buildings stand out against the greenery, overseen by Juan Carlos, who manages ongoing improvements. Processing facilities have been upgraded with a vertical demucilager to reduce water consumption and a large silo divided into five compartments, allowing multiple fermentations simultaneously.
Las Margaritas also features the Field of Dreams, a special area designed to connect visitors with the surrounding landscape.