Colombia Andrés Martinez from the Canadian roasterSeptember Coffee is a coffee that immediately captivates with its juiciness and lively character. In the cup, it revealsa pronounced acidity reminiscent of pink lemonade, complemented by the sweetness of fresh kiwi and a candy-like note of watermelon. The entire profile feels very lively yet clean, with a silky body and a gently creamy mouthfeel. The light roast allows the Pink Bourbon variety to shine in its purest form, so every sip feels fresh, sweet, and unexpectedly complex. This isn’t a coffee you’ll just gulp down; rather, it compels you to slow down and notice how the individual flavors gradually transform.
Behind this coffee is producer Andrés Martinez, who previously worked as a biochemical engineer and coffee processing specialist in El Paraíso before deciding to dedicate himself to his own production and sourcing. He owns the El Sendero farm in the Cajibío area of the Cauca region, where coffee trees grow at an altitude of around 1,750 meters. The farm spans four hectares, which Andrés tends to alongside three employees. This area is known for its mineral-rich soils and unique terroir, which give the coffees a distinctive clarity and complexity. In addition to El Sendero, Andrés manages a second farm, Los Capachos, and actively works with the soil to support biodiversity and ecosystem health. The Cauca region is also considered one of the most dynamic areas for Colombian specialty coffee, where traditional farming approaches meet modern experimental methods.
The unique flavor profile is achieved through semi-washed processing, which combines elements of cherry fermentation with the classic washed process. After harvesting, the coffee is left to ferment for 24 hours in whole cherries, where sweetness and fruity character develop. It is then hulled and washed with clean water, which helps preserve the purity and clarity of the flavors, and then dried on parchment. This approach allows for a combination of intense fruitiness and precise clarity in the cup, resulting in a coffee with sparkling acidity, a sweet, candy-like body, and a long, juicy aftertaste. Thanks to this, Pink Bourbon reveals its modern character, which is distinctive yet still elegant and perfectly balanced.
- Producer: Andrés Martinez
- Altitude: 1,750 m a.s.l.
- Soil type: mineral