{"product_id":"luz-helana-salazar-washed-pink-bourbon-colombia","title":"Luz Helana Salazar Washed Pink Bourbon, Colombia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuper clean and sweet, with a delightful acidity that reminds us of raspberry. A prime example of the rare pink bourbon varietal from Colombia!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProcess\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFully Washed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarietals\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePink Bourbon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAltitude\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1400 - 1450 m.a.s.l.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting notes\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRaspberry - Rooibos - Milk Chocolate Cake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its reddish-pink cherry hue and exceptional cup quality, the Pink Bourbon variety has earned a reputation for being both visually striking and remarkably flavourful. While its exact origins remain unconfirmed, it is widely believed to have emerged as a natural mutation at 2,100 m.a.s.l. in the San Adolfo region of Huila, Colombia, around 1980. Its high-altitude birthplace has made Pink Bourbon a favourite among coffee farmers and roasters. Initially, Pink Bourbon was thought to be a mutation of the Red and Yellow Bourbon varieties. However, some researchers have challenged this theory, proposing instead that Pink Bourbon may trace its lineage to an Ethiopian landrace variety.\u003cbr\u003ePink Bourbon variety is adaptable to specific growing conditions. Pink Bourbon is a high-altitude coffee variety, thriving best at elevations between 1,700 to 2,100 m.a.s.l. This elevation range is crucial for developing the complex flavours and vibrant acidity that Pink Bourbon is known for.\u003cbr\u003ePink Bourbon trees are typically medium in height. This compact size makes them easier to manage and harvest compared to taller varieties.\u003cbr\u003ePink Bourbon is susceptible to certain coffee diseases, such as coffee leaf rust and coffee berry disease. Farmers must implement careful disease management practices to protect their crops.\u003cbr\u003ePink Bourbon is known for its sweet, fruity, and floral notes, often accompanied by a vibrant acidity and a silky body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuz Helena, and the team of pickers selectively harvest only the ripest cherries. The cherries are then transported to Maracay sorting area, where the team meticulously hand-sorts and float them to eliminate any low-density, underripe, or defective beans. Once sorted, the coffee cherries are packaged in grain pro bags and transported to the processing center, La Pradera. Once at La Pradera, more quality protocols of sorting are undertaken. The coffee cherries are placed in water tanks to float them and to remove any low-density beans and external material.\u003cbr\u003eAfterwards, the cherries undergo a 30-hour underwater fermentation—a critical step that enhances the coffee's flavor profile. This controlled fermentation process allows the sugars, organic acids, and other compounds within the cherries to break down gradually, stimulating the development of a delicate yet interesting profile.\u003cbr\u003eThe 30-hour fermentation period is carefully calibrated to strike the perfect balance between developing flavor complexity and preserving the coffee's inherent qualities. This results in a harmonious balance of sweetness and acidity, giving this washed coffee a bright and lively character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter fermentation, the cherries are pulped, and the mucilage is thoroughly washed away. The water used in our washing process is recycled and reused for floating subsequent batches of cherries.\u003cbr\u003eThe wastewater generated during the washed process is then treated using our green filtration system. This system filters the water through a series of specialized tanks before irrigating it into vetiver grass beds. Through this natural filtration process, the water is purified and released as oxygen. As a result, no contaminated water is discharged from the processing center, ensuring an environmentally sustainable operation.\u003cbr\u003eOnce coffees are washed, they are spread out on raised beds in greenhouses and the team monitor them closely to ensure even drying and optimal quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carbon footprint from this coffee's journey has been offset twice.\u003cbr\u003eThis includes boiling your kettle to brew it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe packaging is biodegradable and recyclable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery is free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne love. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lost Horizon Coffee","offers":[{"title":"225g - retail box\/free delivery 2 or more \/ Whole Bean","offer_id":56316213428603,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"225g - retail box\/free delivery 2 or more \/ French Press","offer_id":56316213461371,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"225g - retail box\/free delivery 2 or more \/ Pour Over","offer_id":56316213494139,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"225g - retail box\/free delivery 2 or more \/ Aeropress","offer_id":56316213526907,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"225g - retail box\/free delivery 2 or more \/ Moka Pot","offer_id":56316213559675,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"225g - retail box\/free delivery 2 or more \/ Espresso","offer_id":56316213592443,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"225g - letterbox friendly\/free delivery \/ Whole Bean","offer_id":56316213625211,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"225g - letterbox friendly\/free delivery \/ French Press","offer_id":56316213657979,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"225g - letterbox friendly\/free delivery \/ Pour Over","offer_id":56316213690747,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"225g - letterbox friendly\/free delivery \/ Aeropress","offer_id":56316213723515,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"225g - letterbox friendly\/free delivery \/ Moka Pot","offer_id":56316213756283,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"225g - letterbox friendly\/free delivery \/ Espresso","offer_id":56316213789051,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1kg - free delivery \/ Whole Bean","offer_id":56316213821819,"sku":null,"price":51.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/3076\/5639\/files\/Tablon1.jpg?v=1782725266","url":"https:\/\/losthorizoncoffee.com\/products\/luz-helana-salazar-washed-pink-bourbon-colombia","provider":"Lost Horizon Coffee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}