Colombia FINCA EL RECREO from the Merrybeans roastery is a select coffee that immediately captivates with its sweet exoticism and elegant complexity. The flavor develops juicy notes of papaya and red orange, complemented by the delicate almond sweetness of amaretto. The Caturron variety, grown at an altitude of 1,550 meters above sea level, brings balanced acidity and a full body to the cup. This coffee is ideal for anyone looking for a fruity sweet taste with a touch of liqueur elegance – whether as an espresso or filter coffee. Thanks to its lively flavor profile, it will delight you during a slow weekend ritual or as a pick-me-up during a busy day.
Behind this coffee is the Finca El Recreo farm, carefully managed by farmer Alirio Rodriguez. This Colombian farm is located in an area with ideal conditions for growing high-quality Arabica – plenty of sun, rich soil, and a combination of warm days and cooler nights. Alirio Rodriguez focuses on precise work with the soil and plants and ensures that each harvest achieves maximum flavor quality. Thanks to his consistency, Finca El Recreo has become a household name among producers who combine a traditional approach with a modern sensibility for specialty coffee.
This coffee is processed using the natural method, which significantly influences its flavor profile—in the best possible way. After harvesting, the cherries are not pulped but dried whole in the sun. Over the course of several days, they ferment directly in their husks, allowing the coffee beans to absorb the sweetness and fruitiness of the pulp. This processing method creates a coffee with a full body, rich aroma, and distinctive fruity notes. Combined with the careful selection of ripe cherries and controlled drying, the result is a cup that captivates with its intensity, sweetness, and long, pleasant finish.