Blood orange, jasmine, and honey sound more like a combination found in a summer dessert than a coffee’s flavor profile. Yet that’s exactly how the Colombia Miraflores from the Slovak roastery Kaffa is described. A fresh citrus note of mandarin and blood orange gradually blends in the cup with forest fruits, delicate floral notes, and a long, honeyed sweetness. The result is a clean and elegant coffee that is juicy, fragrant, and pleasantly balanced. The roastery in Považská Bystrica has been working with specialty coffee since 2018 and primarily selects lots that showcase the character of the region, the variety, and the producer’s craftsmanship.
The Pink Bourbon variety is among the most sought-after Colombian varieties today, primarily thanks to its distinctive aroma, floral character, and ability to convey the conditions of its growing region into the final cup. This lot comes from the Miraflores farm near the city of Pitalito in the Huila region, where coffee trees grow at an elevation of 1,700 to 1,850 meters. The farm is managed by Lucelly Aviles Trejos, a representative of a new generation of Colombian female producers who combines family experience with a modern approach to quality. She is also a member of the Gloriellas women’s association, which supports education, collaboration, and the economic empowerment of women in the local coffee sector. Cooler nights and a stable mountain climate here slow the ripening of the cherries and help develop complex sugars and distinctive aromas.
During the harvest from October to January, only perfectly ripe cherries are handpicked and undergo a careful inspection before processing. This Pink Bourbon was processed using the honey method: after the skin is removed, a portion of the sweet pulp remains on the bean, with which the coffee ferments and is subsequently dried. The beans are turned regularly during drying to ensure even moisture loss and preserve a clean flavor profile. This processing method enhances the honey-like sweetness, fuller body, and richer aroma without overshadowing the variety’s fresh citrus notes and floral delicacy. This coffee is best enjoyed brewed with a filter, which brings out its juicy mandarin notes, wild berries, jasmine, and a long, sweet aftertaste.