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Grade Excelso
Green Mist is produced by Ana Maria Donneys, a fifth-generation coffee grower and active voice in Women in Coffee, at Finca Primitivo in Quindío, Colombia, at around 1,500 masl. This special lot undergoes a double fermentation protocol combining carbonic maceration (24h + 72h) with anaerobic conditions, guided by selected yeasts. This controlled approach allows for a more precise transformation of sugars during fermentation, shaping a clean and well-defined aromatic profile.
In the cup, Green Mist is fresh, refined, and highly aromatic. Notes of crystalline mint, white jasmine, and soft herbal tones. A medium, well-integrated citric acidity supports the profile, while a creamy and silky body, brings texture and a smooth sweet finish that brings texture and balance.
Available in very small quantities, Green Mist is an excellent choice for roasters looking to work with more aromatic and unconventional profiles. It performs especially well in filter, while lighter espresso roasts highlight its sweetness and texture. A distinctive addition to a specialty coffee lineup.
This is unroasted coffee ready to be roasted at home or your local roastery.
At Finca Primitivo, processing is handled with a high level of control and intention. For this lot, Ana Maria Donneys applies a double fermentation protocol combining carbonic maceration and extended anaerobic fermentation, reaching up to 96 hours. The use of selected yeasts allows for a more precise development of sugars and aromatic compounds, resulting in a profile that is structured, consistent, and clearly defined.
What sets this coffee apart is its focus on clarity over intensity. Instead of pushing heavy or over-fermented notes, the process enhances fresh, herbal, and floral characteristics, giving the cup a clean and refined expression. Careful drying, combining raised beds and mechanical methods, ensures even moisture and preserves stability, offering roasters a coffee that is both distinctive and reliable across different roast approaches.
In a coffee industry where tradition often favours men, Ana Maria Donneys is redefining what it means to be a leader in specialty coffee. As a fifth-generation coffee producer at Finca Primitivo in Quidnio, Colombia she has mastered innovative coffee processing techniques like anaerobic fermentation, red honey, and carbonic maceration–producing high-quality specialty coffee with exceptional depth and complexity. Her relentless pursuit of coffee excellence and dedication to experimentation have earned her industry-wide recognition, proving that expertise, innovation, and passion transcend both age and gender.
Beyond her farm, Ana is a driving force in coffee industry empowerment. As a co-founder of IWCA Colombia, she is advocating for women in coffee, creating opportunities that ensure talent and hardowork lead to success. Her story is one of leadership, resilience and transformation, with every lot from Finca Primitivo reflecting both the rich Cololmbian coffee terroir and her commitment to sustainable coffee farming and gender equality in coffee.
Café Primitivo is a specialty coffee farm in Quindio, Colombia, run by fifth-generation producer Ana Maria Donneys. Named in honor of her great-great-grandfather, Primitivo Correal Barrios, the farm blends tradition with innovation, focusing on regenerative farming and experimental fermentation techniques. Ana took over the farm in 2019, transforming it into a leader in sustainable and high-quality coffee production while also co-founding IWCA Colombia to support women in the industry.
Committed to excellence, Cafe Primitivo cultivates Castillo, Caturra, and Pink Bourbon varieties at elevations of 1,300-1,750m. Through direct trade partnerships and a focus on ethical sourcing, the farm ensures that each coffee lot reflects both the richness of Quindio’s terroir and the dedication of its team.