Gigante Amarillo – Colombia – Honey Co-fermented 48h
25,00€ – 89,00€ VAT included
 Brewing method: Filter & Espresso | |
 Cupping notes: Peach in syrup, vanilla, floral | |
 Process: Honey anaerobic co-fermented 48h | |
 Varietal 100% Arabica: Castillo | |
 SCA Score: 89 | |
 Producer/s: Smallholders | |
 Region: Gigante, Huila | |
 Altitude: 1600 – 1900m. | |
 Harvest: 2024 |
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- Cold Brew Recipe
- Espresso Recipe
Gigante Amarillo is a special lot that comes from a small group of producers in the coffee-growing sub-region of Gigante in Huila.
They are dedicated to cultivating and harvesting with good practices throughout the year. During the harvest season, the cherries are always handpicked at their optimal ripeness, sorted, fermented for 12 hours, and depulped before being delivered to the special processing station of Los Patios.
Here, the beans enter the second phase of special processing, undergoing anaerobic maceration and co-fermentation for 48 hours with must from the cherries and berry juice.
This co-fermentation process imparts the characteristic sweet and fruity flavors that are so prominent in the cup.
Additional information
Weight | N/A |
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Whole bean-Ground: | Whole bean, Ground for French Press, Ground for Cold Brew, Ground for AeroPress, Ground for V60, Ground for Chemex, Ground for Moka Pot, Ground for Espresso |
Pack size: | 250 gr., 1 kg. |
Brand: | Ineffable Coffee |
Filter-Espresso | Filter & Espresso |
Preparation: | Filter Chemex, Filter V60, French Press, Behmor / Moccamaster, Espresso, Superautomatic, Italian Moka, AeroPress, Filter coffee machine |
Flavour profile: | Exceptional, bright, exotic |
Process: | Special process |
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Gigante Amarillo, Redefining the sensory experience of coffee
Origin and Cultivation
Gigante Amarillo is a special lot that comes from a select group of producers in the coffee sub-region of Gigante, located in Huila, Colombia. These farmers dedicate their efforts to cultivating and harvesting high-quality coffee, applying good agricultural practices throughout the year. The combination of climate, altitude, and fertile soils in this region allows for the development of exceptional beans, recognized for their distinctive and complex flavors.
Harvesting and Fermentation Process
During the harvest season, the coffee cherries are handpicked at their optimal ripeness. This manual selection ensures that only the best quality cherries are chosen. Once harvested, the cherries are meticulously sorted, fermented for 12 hours, and depulped. This initial step is crucial for developing the unique flavor profiles of Gigante Amarillo.
Special Processing at Los Patios
After depulping, the beans are taken to the special processing station at Los Patios. Here, the beans undergo a second phase of processing, which includes carbonic maceration and 48-hour co-fermentation with must from the cherries and berry juice. This innovative co-fermentation process allows the beans to absorb the sweet and fruity flavors that characterize Gigante Amarillo.
Drying and Monitoring
Once the fermentation phase is completed, the coffee is drained and placed to dry at Los Patios for a period of 12 to 16 days. During this time, the beans are constantly monitored and rotated to ensure even drying and preserve bean quality. This meticulous care during drying is fundamental to maintaining the integrity of the bean embryo, a key aspect in developing this special process.
Cup Quality and Sustainability
Cup quality is paramount for Gigante Amarillo, but so is the quality of the bean. Preserving the bean embryo is one of the key goals of this process, ensuring that the coffee not only has exceptional flavor but also maintains its physical integrity. This focus on quality guarantees that each cup of Gigante Amarillo offers a unique sensory experience, with sweet and fruity flavors that reflect the care and dedication put into its production.
Conclusion
Gigante Amarillo is more than a special coffee; it is the result of the collective effort of small producers committed to excellence. From the careful manual harvesting to the innovative co-fermentation process, every step in the production of this coffee is designed to offer an exceptional experience in each cup. The dedication to quality and sustainability is reflected in the unique flavor and complex profiles that make Gigante Amarillo a true gem of Huila.
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This is the cold brew coffee recipe that we propose for you to make 600ml of cold brew. The ratio, in case you want to brew more or less than this quantity, is 1:15, 1gr of coffee for every 15gr/ml of water.
Recipe and equipment:
- Coffee 40gr. (Use whichever coffee you prefer. We suggest coffees that you like in filter. The ones that are tagged with “Cold Brew” are our favourites).
- Grind size: Comandante 16 clicks.
- Water 600gr/ml at room temperature.
- Water composition: 2 parts of LanjarĂłn for 1 part of Bezoya.
- Mesh or silk.
- Glass container (preferably with a lid).
- Let it rest for 22 hours (in the fridge).
The way to make cold brew:
- Grind the coffee with a medium grind. Comandante 16 clicks.
- Pour the coffee directly into the mesh.
- Introduce the mesh in the glass container.
- Pour the water into the container through the mesh with the coffee.
- Swirl to wet all the coffee.
- Cover the container.
- Let it rest for 22 hours in the fridge (beware of strong odors!).
- When complete remove the mesh with the coffee and it will be ready.
- Bonus: you can filter it again through a V60, Kalita or similar paper filter to obtain a clean and more crystalline result.
- Keep it refrigerated.
- This recipe is not to dilute. Not even with ice. If you add ice, the composition of the ice water will affect the taste of your drink. Better to make your own ice with the same composition of water proposed. If you use ice, you may want to lower the ratio (1:9 to 1:12).
This is the most current recipe available. It is important to note that this recipe serves as a reference and in fact there are a bunch of variables which influence the final espresso in your cup: from the state of your machine and grinder, the water that you use, the rest and conservation of your coffee beans, to the atmospheric temperature and pressure, etc, and therefore, you might have to tweak the recipe to be able to find a juicy and balanced espresso with your specific set up.
Recipe:
- Ratio: 1:2
- Weight: 18gr
- Yield: 36gr
- Time: 26-31s
Variables:
- Best resting time: over 2 weeks
- Temperature: 94
- Pressure: 6 bars
- Preinfussion: No
- Water Composition: BWT Bestmax 0, GH 107 (ppm as CaCO3) KH 30 (ppm as CaCO3)
Machine & equipment used for this recipe:
- Espresso machine: La Marzocco KB90 2G
- Grinder: Mythos 2
- Basket: 22gr VST ridgeless
- Extras: Barista Hustle WDT, Push Tamper (Flat, 100% level)