Hydro Honey Chiroso by Nestor Lasso – Colombia

This coffee, crafted by Nestor Lasso at the renowned El Diviso farm in Pitalito, Huila, showcases his dedication to coffee production. Known for creating coffees that have achieved recognition at the World Barista Championship, Nestor continues to push the boundaries of specialty coffee with meticulous attention to detail and innovative processing techniques.

 

“When I realized that specialty coffee offered both economic opportunities and a chance to deepen my knowledge, I fully committed to improving every aspect of production,” he shares.

 

Taste Experience

Hydro Honey Chiroso offers a vibrant and layered flavor profile. Floral notes of orange and purple blend beautifully with the sweetness of white peach, muscat grape, and nectarine, creating a syrupy body and a sparkling, refreshing finish.

Origin Story

• Origin: Colombia

• Farm: El Diviso

• Region: Huila – Pitalito

• Altitude: 1,850 masl

• Shade: Native and fruit trees

Processing Details

This coffee undergoes a detailed multi-step process to ensure its distinct flavors:

1. Selection of Crop and Trees

• Only the best coffee trees are selected for harvesting.

2. Selection of Cherries

• The healthiest and brightest cherries are carefully picked.

3. Initial Cleaning and Sorting

• 50% of the cherries are placed in open plastic tanks with cold water and disinfected with 5% ethyl alcohol. Ripe cherries are retained, and unripe or damaged cherries (those floating) are manually removed.

4. First Fermentation

• The selected cherries are sealed in 24 kg plastic bags for 32 hours in an anaerobic process at a controlled temperature of 16–18°C.

5. Oxidation Phase

• The cherries are moved to open plastic tanks to oxidize for 30 hours, reaching a maximum temperature of 40°C.

6. Transfer to Biomaster

• Cherries are transferred to a Biomaster machine for better control of quality, pressure, and temperature.

7. Second Fermentation

• The cherries are sealed in 24 kg plastic bags for 12 hours in another anaerobic process at a controlled temperature of 20°C.

8. Submersion in Hot Water

• Cherries are submerged in 32°C water for 25 hours, with a leachate from the same varietal (fermented longer) added to the tank.

9. Thermal Shock

• Cherries are rinsed with hot water (60°C) for 5 minutes and then placed in cold water (14°C) to stabilize.

10. Partial Dehydration

• Cherries are dehydrated until they reach 26% humidity.

11. Mixing and Depulping

• Once 50% of the cherries reach 26% humidity, they are mixed with the remaining cherries and depulped.

 12. Final Fermentation

• All cherries are sealed in 24 kg plastic bags for 24 hours in an anaerobic process at 18°C.

13. Controlled Drying

• Cherries are dried in stainless steel unifying machines that create and record drying curves for quality control. In a dark, airtight room, cherries are processed to prevent flavor loss and enhance aromas.

14. Dehydration Phases

• For the first 10 hours at 43°C, pulp moisture is reduced. This is followed by 8 hours at 37°C, achieving 20% humidity. The cherries are then rested for 12 hours in the dark room or in bags.

15. Final Drying

• Drying continues for 16 hours at 35°C until the cherries reach a final humidity level of 10–11%.

 

This thorough and controlled process ensures a clean, flavorful, and aromatic coffee that reflects its unique origin and meticulous care.

About the Producer

Nestor Lasso grew up in Normandia, a coffee-producing locality in southern Huila. Despite the challenges of coffee farming, Nestor has always been drawn to the craft.

“When I realized that specialty coffee offered both economic opportunities and a chance to deepen my knowledge, I fully committed to improving every aspect of production,” he shares.

Why This Coffee is Special

Hydro Honey Chiroso is a testament to Nestor’s passion and dedication to quality. It embodies the possibilities of specialty coffee farming and the deep connection between the land, producer, and cup.

Bring home Hydro Honey Chiroso to experience the depth of Colombian coffee crafted with care and expertise.

 

📦 Always fresh: This item contains 100 grams of whole beans, roasted, packed, and shipped on demand for maximum freshness.