ColombiaSanta Mónica

Santa Mónica

Located in Armenia, Quindío, Colombia, Santa Mónica is a specialty coffee farm associated with producer Jairo Arcila and his team. Working with carefully selected ripe cherries, the team follows a meticulous process from harvesting through to drying, focusing on quality and consistency in every stage.

Caturra

Caturra is a compact variety originating from a natural mutation of Bourbon, first discovered in Brazil. Known for its adaptability and presence throughout Latin America, it has become one of the recognised varieties in Colombian coffee production.

Processing

Only the ripest cherries are selectively harvested before being carefully hand-sorted and floated to remove underripe and defective fruit.

The selected cherries undergo 45 hours of aerobic fermentation before being dried for 8–12 days. During drying, the cherries are regularly monitored and turned to ensure even drying and preserve their quality.

The coffee is dried to a target moisture content of 9.5–11%, helping maintain its sweetness and distinctive character.