Origin: Colombia
Farm: Los Nogales
Varietal: Typica
Altitude: 1900 MASL
Certification: Micro-Lot
Process: 190hr Extended (RN21) Lactic Washed
Cup Score: 86.5
Black grape, 80% Cocoa & Vanilla Milkshake
From the multi-award winning team behind Los Nogales, known for their world-class scientific fermentation lab - comes this impressive 190hr Extended Lactic Washed Typica. Compounding the specific RN21 Lacto strain, 190 hours of temperature controlled fermentation as well as precise drying protocols which further reflect the current trend for this style of "precise microbiology engineering” across the industry.
During extended fermentation, the RN21 lactobacillus consume the sugars in the mucilage and generate lactic acids, ester compounds and a small amount of alcohol or aldehydes with each reaction. These introduce creamy, yogurt-like acidity, aromatic tropical fruits & sweet vanilla florals.
Oscar follows the traditional washed process, but dramatically extends the fermentation duration and inoculates with a specific bacterial culture creating this signature sweet creamy profile with intriguing tropical fruit complexity and almost transparent clean acidity.
* Los Nogales continue to produce diverse & unique lots year on year since their inaugural Cup of Excellence win in 2005.
Producer
Oscar Hernández is a forward-thinking coffee producer known for his commitment to innovation and quality. With a deep respect for traditional practices and a passion for experimentation, Oscar leads processing methods that highlight the unique potential of his coffees through controlled fermentation and precise post-harvest techniques. His approach combines scientific precision with artisanal care, resulting in exceptionally clean, complex, and expressive cups.
Farm
Finca Los Nogales, nestled in the mountains of Huila, has been in Oscar’s family for generations. Originally a smallholding focused on conventional coffee production, the farm has transformed under Oscar’s leadership into a hub of experimental processing and specialty coffee excellence internationally recognised for their creativity.