Columbian Coffee

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• Elevation: ~1,200–2,000+ meters
   
• Primary Varieties: Caturra, Castillo, Colombia, Bourbon, Typica
   
• Processing: Washed (predominantly)
   
• Harvest Season: Year-round (main harvest varies by region)
   
• Farm Size: Predominantly smallholder (often <5 hectares)

Colombian coffees are celebrated for balance and clarity. Typical profiles include caramel sweetness, red apple or citrus acidity, stone fruit, and soft chocolate notes. Acidity is bright but approachable, body is medium and rounded, and the finish is clean—making Colombia one of the most versatile origins across brew methods.

Coffee in Colombia grows along the Andes mountain range, where steep slopes, volcanic soils, and diverse microclimates create ideal conditions. Consistent rainfall and moderate temperatures allow for multiple flowering and harvest cycles each year, contributing to fresh coffee availability and regional variation.

Colombian coffee is largely produced by smallholder farmers who hand-pick ripe cherries throughout staggered harvests. Washed processing dominates, emphasizing cleanliness and sweetness. Many producers use traditional fermentation and patio or raised-bed drying, while steadily adopting quality-focused innovations at the farm level.

Coffee became central to Colombia’s economy in the late 19th century and has remained a defining national symbol ever since. Institutions like the National Federation of Coffee Growers helped organize producers, improve quality, and promote Colombian coffee globally. Coffee is deeply embedded in daily life, rural identity, and cultural pride.

Colombia grows both traditional and modern varieties. Bourbon and Typica contribute classic sweetness and balance, while Castillo and Colombia varieties were developed for disease resistance and productivity. This blend of genetics allows producers to balance cup quality with long-term farm resilience.

Colombia is one of the most recognized coffee origins in the world. Its reputation for consistency, quality, and traceability has made it a staple of specialty and commercial coffee alike. Regional names such as Huila, Nariño, Tolima, and Antioquia increasingly highlight Colombia’s internal diversity.

Colombia’s strength lies in its balance, between tradition and innovation, sweetness and acidity, reliability and expression. Few origins can deliver such consistent quality while still offering meaningful regional distinction and seasonal freshness.

At TerraBloom, Colombian coffees are selected for their clarity and versatility. They shine as approachable single origins and serve as reliable anchors in blends, offering sweetness, structure, and everyday drinkability without sacrificing character.

Colombian coffee earns its reputation through consistency and care. Shaped by small farms, mountain terrain, and meticulous processing, it delivers balance without monotony. Each cup reflects a system refined over generations, reliable, expressive, and endlessly adaptable to how people actually drink coffee