Colombia Excelso

Colombia

Excelso from Nariño

Grade Excelso

Sourced from smallholder producers across Nariño, in the south of Colombia, these Excelso green coffee beans are produced at high elevations along the Andean cordillera typically between 1,700 and 2,100 meters above sea level. The coffee benefits from volcanic soils, cool temperatures, and strong sun exposure that support slow cherry maturation and dense bean structure.

In the cup, this Colombian coffee delivers a balanced and expressive profile shaped by careful cherry selection and traditional washed processing. Expect notes of cocoa, apple, raspberry, vanilla, and maple syrup, supported by lively acidity and a medium body that reflects the region’s high-altitude growing conditions.

Available in 70 kg bags with GrainPro maintained to preserve freshness, this Excelso is well suited for roasters seeking a clean, structured coffee with clear regional identity and reliable performance across a range of roast profiles and brewing methods.

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What is so special about this coffee?

This Excelso green coffee beans from Nariño stands out for its high-altitude growing conditions and established quality framework. Coffee in this part of Colombia is often cultivated at elevations often above 2,000 meters above sea level, where volcanic soils, a defined harvest cycle, and strong solar exposure support slow cherry development, resulting in coffees with clarity, structure and consistent cup quality.

Nariño Excelso is shaped by geography and traditional production practices. It is a solid option for roasters seeking a classic Colombian coffee with clear origin identity and dependable performance.

Colombian farmer picking ripe coffee cherries

Colombia - A Great Coffee Producer

Colombia is a fantastic coffee producer because it has the perfect combination of climate, soil, and altitude conditions, which is ideal for growing high-quality coffee beans. The country's diverse geography and microclimates provide a range of environments suitable for coffee cultivation, allowing for the production of various coffee flavours and profiles.

Colombian coffee farmers are also known for their dedication and passion for producing high-quality coffee. They use traditional methods and modern techniques to carefully cultivate and harvest coffee beans, preserving their quality and flavour. Colombia's reputation as a coffee producer is further strengthened by its strict regulations on coffee quality, which guarantee that only the best coffee beans are exported. These factors, combined with Colombia's long history of coffee production, make it one of the world's most reputable and esteemed coffee producers.

Colombian Coffee Farmer holding Green Coffee Beans

About Colombia Excelso

Nariño Excelso coffee is characterized by its high-altitude cultivation, structured profile, and consistent physical grading. Grown in southern Colombia, often above 1,700 meters and reaching elevations over 2,000 masl, coffees from Nariño benefit from volcanic soils, strong solar radiation, and a defined harvest cycle that supports clarity and balance. The Excelso designation refers to a screen size of 15–16 within Colombia’s official export classification system, ensuring uniformity and established quality standards overseen by the National Federation of Coffee Growers.

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