Description
Colombia Aroma Nativo Aji — SpiritHub Exclusive Lot
Altitude: 1,700–1,750 masl · Variety: Aji (Ethiopian Landrace) · Process: Honey Double Fermentation
👨🌾The Farmer & Producer
Colombia Aroma Nativo is a collaboration of craft, science, and heritage—connecting skilled Colombian farmers with advanced fermentation expertise. For this exclusive lot, only the ripest Aji cherries were meticulously handpicked to ensure purity and quality.
⚗️Processing Journey (Honey Double Fermentation)
Cherries first undergo precisely controlled anaerobic fermentation before pulping. After pulping, the parchment is dried for several days to the ideal moisture, then rehydrated with selected yeast and bacteria to deepen complexity and sharpen flavor clarity. Finally, the coffee is moved to raised beds for 13 days of sun-drying and then rests for ~3 months in temperature-controlled stabilization—preserving integrity and consistency in the cup.
💎SpiritHub Café Exclusive · Aroma Nativo Veci Project
Founded by Luis Marcelino, the Veci Project helps producers with strong agronomy but limited post-harvest infrastructure. Aroma Nativo purchases cherries at premium prices and applies its fermentation know-how in Pitalito, Huila. Lots remain fully traceable and never blended, honoring each farm and harvest week as a unique expression.
🌿A Fascinating Discovery
In southern Huila, farmers call this variety “Aji” for its lively, spicy aroma. Genetic analysis suggests it is in fact an Ethiopian Landrace—renowned for floral nuance, fruit complexity, and elegant clarity. The result is a sensory journey that bridges Colombian craft with Ethiopian heritage.
☕Cup Profile
- Notes: Peach, berries, floral, passion fruit
- Body: Silky and layered
- Acidity: Bright, lively
- Finish: Clean, juicy, and persistent
- Roast: Medium (crafted for clarity and sweetness)
- Ideal For: Brewing · Filter · Cold Brew