Colombia Excelso

Colombia

Colombia Huila Las Flores Red Bourbon

Grade Excelso

Las Flores is a family farm in Acevedo, Huila, run by brothers Johan and Diego Vergara, second-generation producers known for exceptional Colombian green coffee and members of CADEFIHUILA. By focusing on high-potential varieties and innovative processing, they’ve built Las Flores into one of Huila’s most respected farms for specialty coffee.

This Red Bourbon natural undergoes extended fermentation, bag rest, and thermal shock, creating a cup with striking character. Expect cherry blossom florals, bright cherry candy sweetness, and rich dark chocolate depth. With a medium body, lively malic acidity, and a lingering fruity finish, it’s a balanced yet expressive coffee—perfect for special occasions and filter brews.

Available in 24kg boxes and packed in Grain-pro, Las Flores Red Bourbon Natural is a fruit-forward Colombian coffee from two of Huila’s most exciting young producers that delivers the quality and traceability roasters seek.

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What is so special about this coffee?

At Las Flores, brothers Johan and Diego Vergara bring together tradition and innovation to push the limits of Colombian coffee. Diego leads with a precise approach to fermentation and drying, while Johan drives experimentation with new varieties and processes. This combination has not only produced consistently remarkable coffees but also influenced other producers in Huila to raise their game.

The Red Bourbon Natural reflects that spirit: vibrant florals, candy-like fruit, and rich chocolate depth come together in a cup that feels both playful and refined. It’s a coffee that carries the brothers’ signature—distinctive, forward-looking, and unforgettable on the cupping table.

Farmer raking the beans on a drying rack

Finca Las Flores – Sustainability and Traceability in Huila

Founded in 1990 in Acevedo, Huila, Finca Las Flores has grown from a small family plot into a reference point for Colombian specialty coffee. Now led by Johan and Diego Vergara, the farm combines generational knowledge with forward-looking practices that prioritize both quality and responsibility.

Las Flores focuses on varieties like Bourbon, Typica, Geisha, and Chiroso, carefully matched to the farm’s altitude and soils. Processing innovations such as anaerobic fermentation and thermal shock highlight the unique character of each lot while maintaining consistency and traceability from cherry to export. Beyond their own production, the Vergaras support neighboring growers with processing advice and share best practices, helping raise incomes and promote sustainable growth across their community.

Las Flores Producer with Jose Martinez from JA Coffee

About CADEFIHUILA

CADEFIHUILA is a non-profit cooperative that’s been supporting coffee farmers in Huila, Colombia for over 60 years. With a network of 45 coffee purchase points, 46 fertilizer stores, and 16 cupping labs, it ensures farmers have the resources they need to grow high-quality coffee. They also provide drying services and market access for small producers.

The cooperative follows strict quality standards, meeting global certifications like Fairtrade, Rainforest Alliance, 4C, and C.A.F.E. Practices. This helps members tap into high-demand markets for specialty coffee. By guaranteeing cash payments and offering the best price possible, CADEFIHUILA plays a key role in keeping the local coffee industry stable and growing.

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Excelso

Natural Fermentation Anaerobic

88.0

Floral hints of cherry blossom meet rich dark baker’s chocolate. Sweet, candy‑like notes of red Mr. Freeze and cherry Starburst bring a playful, lively finish.

Medium

Pleasant Lingering Fruit-like Finish

Malic Acidity

Balanced

Drip, French Press, and Pour Over

Medium

CADEFIHUILA // CADEFIHUILA

Colombia

Huila

Native Trees and Shade Trees

1750

Red Bourbon