Guava Banana Light-Medium Roast
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$20.00 - Regular price
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$20.00
10oz Bag | Whole Bean Only
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TASTING NOTES:
Guava, Plum, Tangerine, Chocolate.
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COFFEE ORIGIN:
Fresno, Tolima, Colombia
A Light Roast Coffee Bursting with Flavor
Bright, fruity, and a little wild, Guava Banana is a light roast coffee bursting with tropical flavor and a smooth chocolate finish.
How It's Grown & Crafted:
- Grown in Fresno, Tolima, Colombia on El Vergel Coffee Farm, where cool mountain air and guava trees boost its bold, fruity profile.
- Anaerobically processed with a 48–60 hour fermentation to enhance flavor complexity.
- Dried with care, combining sun and low-temp mechanical drying to preserve vibrant notes of guava, plum, tangerine, and chocolate.
- Crafted by Elias & Shady Bayter, pioneers in Colombian specialty coffee, this light roast is juicy, bright, and unforgettable.
Guava Banana hits that sweet spot between bold and balanced. With its naturally sweet, fruit-forward flavor and smooth finish, it’s the kind of coffee you’ll reach for every morning — no cream, no sugar needed. Crafted for daily drinking but anything but ordinary.
Meet the Producers: Elias & Shady Bayter
At the heart of Guava Banana is El Vergel Farm, run by brothers Elias and Shady Bayter. Innovators who are reshaping the future of Colombian specialty coffee. Nestled in Fresno, Tolima, their farm is a hub for experimental processing and forward-thinking practices. Surrounded by guava trees and rich volcanic soil, the Bayter brothers use anaerobic fermentation and precise drying techniques to craft coffees that are bold, bright, and full of personality. With Guava Banana, you’re tasting their passion for innovation and the vibrant spirit of Tolima in every sip.
From Guava Trees to Your Cup
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From Volcanic Soil to Cup
El Vergel Estate sits at the base of the Nevado del Ruiz volcano in Fresno, Tolima. Rich volcanic soil, steady rainfall, and cool mountain air create ideal conditions for vibrant, high-elevation coffee. Guava trees surrounding the farm influence the coffee’s development, giving Guava Banana its tropical character and distinct flavor.
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Rooted in Innovation
El Vergel Farm is known across the specialty coffee world for its forward-thinking approach to coffee production. The farm has pioneered techniques like anaerobic fermentation, multi-phase drying, and even the use of Koji mold in processing. These methods help develop complex, fruit-forward flavor profiles.
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Crafted with Intention
Each step in the production of this coffee is carefully designed to enhance clarity and balance. From selecting Red and Yellow Caturra cherries at peak ripeness to stabilizing the beans post-fermentation, the process is a thoughtful blend of science and craft that results in a consistently high-quality cup.
FAQs
WHO IS THE PRODUCER?
Guava Banana is produced by Elias and Shady Bayter at El Vergel Estate in Fresno, Tolima, Colombia.
WHAT TASTING NOTES CAN I EXPECT?
Guava Banana is a bright, fruit-forward light roast with notes of guava, plum, and tangerine, rounded out by a smooth layer of chocolate. It’s juicy, balanced, and full of tropical character.
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO BREW IT?
Guava Banana shines as a pour over or drip brew, where its fruity notes and sweetness really come through.
HOW IS THIS COFFEE PROCESSED?
Guava Banana is a naturally processed coffee using anaerobic fermentation. The cherries undergo a 48–60 hour sealed fermentation before being sun-dried and finished with low-temperature mechanical drying. This careful process enhances the coffee’s natural sweetness and fruit-forward character.
Ready to Sip Something Wild?
This limited small-batch Guava Banana roast won’t stick around for long. Grab your bag now and bring a tropical twist to your morning brew.