$12.75 each

Red Starburst, Goji Berries, Vibrant, Pomegranate

Location: Huila

Varietal: Pink Bourbon

Process: Natural

Elevation: 1700 masl

After harvest, this coffee undergoes a unique natural processing teqnique where it is fermented in tanks submerged underwater for 96 hours. It is then moved to a mechanical dryer for 48 hours, before finally resting for 14 days in a drying shed. Pink Bourbon as a varietal itself holds very distinct flavor characteristics and when you throw in the natural processing, it highlights the terroir that much more. Rather than a “funky natural”, think a “funky washed”.

Villa Pastora farm, located in the municipality of Palestina, Huila, was acquired in the 1980s by Mrs. Pastora Anacona, Gerson Mora’s paternal grandmother. She initiated the coffee tradition on the farm by planting the first coffee trees. Since then, this passion for

coffee has been passed down through the Mora Ortega family, now in its third generation of coffee growers. The farm, named after its founder, represents the hard work and dedication of the family, who have focused on producing differentiated, high-quality coffees.

Álvaro Mora, Gerson’s father, has been a central figure in maintaining and expanding this legacy. The farm serves as a tribute to Álvaro’s mother, who first planted the seeds that would grow into a thriving coffee business. Run as a family effort, Villa Pastora employs sustainable methods and prioritizes product quality. Álvaro seeks recognition from consumers for the care and passion invested in each cup of coffee. He believes in the importance of quality. Villa Pastora is not only a place of production but also a hub of community support. The farm employs about eight people from the area and offers fermentation advice, as well

as drying services for other coffee growers who lack proper infrastructure. Álvaro has formed partnerships, such as his participation in the Delagua project, to expand the farm’s reach and impact. These collaborations help in sharing the family’s coffee with a broader audience and contribute to the local economy.