Adrian Lasso Pink Bourbon

Get to know this coffee in detail

Finca El Diviso, run by brothers Néstor and Adrián Lasso, has earned a prominent place in the global coffee scene thanks to its innovative processing methods.

The Pink Bourbon varietal, a rare hybrid of Red and Yellow Bourbon, is one of their gems. This varietal is distinguished by its pink cherries and sweet, complex flavor profile.

Growing it is a challenge, requiring meticulous care, cross-pollination, and precise hand-picking to select cherries at their peak ripeness.

Processing begins with the selection of ripe cherries, followed by a 36-hour oxidation process. After pulping, the coffee undergoes submerged fermentation with recirculating must for 60 hours.

Finally, it is dried in the sun and in a silo, obtaining a clean and balanced coffee with exceptional sweetness.

Meet the producer

Competition coffees and exotic varieties by the Lasso brothers

Twenty-seven years ago, the Lasso family founded the family business Finca El Diviso, the fruit of the efforts of two visionary entrepreneurs. Their sons, Adrián and Nestor Lasso, have proudly continued this legacy, acquiring over the years the knowledge and experience necessary to produce high-quality coffees that are now enjoyed by consumers around the world.

Diversification of processes

Over the years, the Lasso family has developed a deep understanding of coffee production processes. They have specialized in the production of washed, natural, and honey coffees, with a focus on standardizing and replicating profiles that preserve the distinctive characteristics of each fruit. This meticulous process includes a rigorous analysis of external factors such as space and time, ensuring that quality is maintained or even surpassed in each variety.

Expansion and Collaboration

The main farm, with an area of ​​16 hectares, soon became insufficient to meet the growing demand for its coffees. This led to the expansion of its workspace and the collaboration with other coffee-producing farms. Today, Finca El Diviso works in partnership with approximately 50 families covering an area of ​​approximately 200 hectares. These fruits are processed in its three micro-processing plants, ensuring exceptional quality control at every stage of the process.

Exotic variety Pink Bourbon

The exotic Pink Bourbon coffee variety is special for several distinctive reasons that make it stand out in the world of specialty coffee:

1. Origin and Rarity: Pink Bourbon is a Bourbon-derived variety characterized by its distinctive pink cherry color. Its adaptability and sensory qualities have made it a highly prized variety.

2. Flavor Profile: Known for its sweet and complex flavor profile, Pink Bourbon features floral, fruity notes and a juicy, balanced acidity.

3. Aroma and Fragrance: Its fragrance is intense and elegant, with nuances of tropical fruits and caramel, making it especially attractive to specialty coffee lovers.

4. Growing Conditions: Generally grown at high altitudes, Pink Bourbon benefits from cool climates and nutrient-rich soils, which contribute to its exceptional quality.

5. Special processing: Its careful processing enhances the unique qualities of the variety, guaranteeing a sophisticated and memorable sensory experience.

6. Competitions: Due to its rarity and distinctive sensory profile, Pink Bourbon is frequently used in barista and coffee taster competitions.

These combined characteristics make Pink Bourbon an exotic variety and highly appreciated by both producers and consumers of specialty coffee.

Special process of this Pink Bourbon

For this special batch, a thorough fermentation process is applied that is designed to highlight the unique characteristics of this exotic variety:

1. Harvest and Selection: Ripe cherries are carefully selected.
2. Oxidation in Lohas: A controlled oxidation is carried out for 36 hours in Lohas.
3. Pulping and Submerged Fermentation: After pulping, the coffee undergoes submerged fermentation with recirculation of must or leachate for 48-60 hours.
4. Drying: Initially, the coffee is dehydrated in the sun and then finished with mechanical drying in a silo.
5. Water Activity: A water activity level of 0.572 is guaranteed to preserve grain quality.

Commitment

The Lasso family's commitment to quality and innovation in coffee processing has led Finca El Diviso to be recognized for its exceptional products. The dedication to every stage of the process ensures that every cup of coffee offered by Finca El Diviso is a unique and memorable sensorial experience.