Alma Silvestre

Colombia

Cenicafe WDF - Alma Silvestre

Grade 15+

Alma Silvestre
Quindio
Colombia

Introducing Cenicafé WDF by Santiago Quiroga, from Alma Silvestre: a clean, sweet, and well structured lot grown at Finca Florencia in Quindio, Colombia, where coffee benefits from a rich volcanic terroir and unique microclimate. Florencia is home to over seven cultivars, including exotic varieties like Yellow Geisha, and Pink Bourbon, each harvested and processed separately to bring out the best in every batch.

This washed coffee offers a light body and medium citric acidity, balanced with sweet notes of sugar cane, yellow fruits, and caramel, followed by a smooth dark chocolate finish. Traditional varieties like Cenicafé 1 stand out, thanks to Santiago’s Washed Double Fermentation method (hence the title), which enhances clarity and consistency in the cup.

Available in 35kg jute bags and packed in GrainPro sacs to ensure optimal freshness, this coffee is ideal for roasters looking to showcase a vibrant and refined Colombian profile. Perfect for both filter and espresso, Cenicafé WDF reflects dedication to quality and thoughtful processing.

This is hidden text that is meant to help with SEO. It contains relevant keywords and phrases that improve the page's search engine ranking. Alma Silvestre features tropical fruit notes, sweet mango, and a juicy acidity, with subtle hints of wine. The process is a thorough 48 hour natural anaerobic fermentation and then 30 to 40 day sun-dry. Resulting in a more complex cup with vibrant flavours.

Red Coffee Cherries of Cenicafe WDF from Finca Alma Silvestre

What is so special about this coffee?

What makes Cenicafé WDF so special is the careful washed double fermentation process that is carried out at Finca Florencia. Cherries are selectively hand-picked at peak ripeness and undergo an extended two-stage fermentation: an initial anaerobic phase in sealed tanks followed by a secondary aerobic fermentation. This method allows Santiago to achieve a higher clarity in flavour, emphasizing the sweetness and balance of the traditional Cenicafé 1 cultivar.

Grown at 1600 masl in the volcanic soils of Quindio, the coffee develops a clean and structured profile with notes of sugar cane, yellow fruits caramel and a dark chocolate finish. Beyond processing, cultivating each variety in isolated plots to preserve their unique expression is also what sets this lot apart. While Finca Florencia is known for growing over seven cultivars, this lot stands out for its consistency and depth.

Alma Silvestre's Eco-Friendly process in Colombia is revolutionary!

Florencia's Eco-Friendly Practices

The Florencia farm stands out for its commitment to eco-friendly practices. By using 100% solar drying and avoiding herbicides, the farm not only protects the local ecosystem but also ensures a sustainable production process. Their state-of-the-art water-saving equipment significantly reduces water usage, allowing the farm to save money that is reinvested into other green practices, making their production even more sustainable.

This balance of eco-conscious innovation and traditional hand-picking methods sets Alma Silvestre apart from other specialty coffees. Santiago Quiroga’s dedication to sustainability means that every cup combines the best of Quindio with the expertise of his team, resulting in a high-quality, ethically produced coffee that both roasters and consumers can enjoy.

The JA Coffee founders with Alma Silvestre owner Santiago Quiroga

About Alma Silvestre

Alma Silvestre focuses on growing specialty coffee blending traditional methods with sustainable practices to produce high-quality coffee. They avoid the use of agricultural herbicides and have put in place eco-friendly techniques like solar drying and manual weed control, preserving Quindio’s coffee heritage while keeping very high standards.

Founded by Santiago Quiroga after the COVID pandemic, he left corporate life in Bogotá to manage and elevate his father’s farm La Florencia, in Quindío, Colombia. His mission is to maintain Colombian coffee's reputation as one of the best in the world, and he’s doing an amazing job at it.

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