Colombia CERRO AZUL from the Tanat roastery comes from the legendary Colombian farm Cerro Azul, managed by the renowned producer Café Granja La Esperanza. The cup develops an intense aroma of rose liqueur, mango, and blackberries, which combine into an elegant, velvety smooth taste with a long, floral-fruity finish. The coffee is balanced, with a delicate sweetness, lively acidity, and incredible clarity. It is an experience that proves that top-quality Geisha can be not only distinctive but also harmonious—from the first sip to the last aroma in the filter.
Behind this exceptional coffee is the Herrera family, which has become synonymous with Colombian quality and innovation. Brothers Rigoberto and Luis Herrera transformed the original family farm into a network of farms that are now considered among the best in the world. Under the Café Granja La Esperanza brand, they operate several plantations in different regions of Colombia, each with its own unique microclimate and approach to coffee processing. The Cerro Azul farm, where this Geisha originates, is located in the Valle del Cauca region at an altitude of 1,700–1,900 meters. Thanks to the humid and cooler climate, the coffee cherries ripen slowly, concentrating the maximum amount of aromatic substances.
This Geisha is processed using the dry (natural) method, in which the whole ripe cherries are dried with their pulp after harvesting. In the case of Cerro Azul, however, this is not a standard natural processing method – fermentation is precisely controlled and takes place in micro-lots with strict regulation of temperature, humidity, and fermentation time. This process enhances the natural sweetness of the coffee and creates its typical notes of rose liqueur, ripe mango, and blackberries. Fermentation is followed by slow drying on African beds for 20 to 30 days, which allows for even distribution of sugars and stabilization of flavors. The result is a coffee with a silky texture, high aromatic purity, and a long, elegant finish that lingers on the tongue long after drinking.