In 2025 when we went to visit Luisa Lopez, we made a trip to Circasia, Colombia to take Felipe Olarte up on his invite to Finca Castañuelas. The coffees we cupped highlighted some of my favorite flavors: sweet apple, bright tart tamarind, juicy plum and a mouthwatering malic acidity that lingered on the finish. This estate blend features varieties such as Castillo, Colombo and Bourbon, which are carefully washed and then dried on raised beds right on the farm to preserve those vibrant, clean notes.