Colombia Cumbre - Culto Café
Date: 2025-10-27
Coffee: Colombia Cumbre / Culto Café
Origin: Nariño - Colombia
Variety: Castillo, Caturra, and Typica
Altitude: 1,600 – 2,300 m
Process: Washed
Attested Roast: Light to Medium-Dark
Dry Fragrance: Date and Cacao
Brewing Parameters
Method: V60
Coffee Dose: 14 grams
Water: 250 ml
Water Temperature: ~93 °C
Total Extraction Time: 2 minutes 30 seconds
Grind: Medium, 15 clicks Timemore C3
Sensory Evaluation
Aroma (brewed coffee):
Warm pancake, apple, and cacao
Flavor – Structure
Top Notes:
Brown Sugar
Body Notes (middle):
Toasted Almond
Base Notes (finish / aftertaste):
Soft Cacao
Sensory Attributes
| Attribute | Impression | Intensity (0–10) |
|---|---|---|
| Acidity | Low | 6 |
| Sweetness | High | 9 |
| Bitterness | Low | 4 |
| Body | Light to Medium | 7 |
| Aftertaste | Subtle and Sophisticated | 7 |
| Balance | Ok | 7 |
| Clarity | Intricate | 6 |
Final Impression
Summary:
My expectations for these beans were very high, and perhaps I ended up a bit disappointed—not because of their quality, but because I was expecting another flavor profile. The roast profile could be a little more uniform; there was considerable variation, ranging from light to medium-dark. Overall, the beans are well-defined, good-sized, and without visible defects. The cup produced is quite sweet, with deep and pleasant cacao notes. Perhaps a better coffee to use as a base for cappuccinos or similar beverages.
Personal Score (0–10): 7
Would I drink it again? Yes