NAME: La Plata
COUNTRY: Colombia
REGION: South Huila
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VARIETY: Bourbon Manzano, Colombia
Tasting Notes: Castor Sugar, Marjoram, Green Apple
Meet La Plata - A Coffee with a Story!
This coffee comes from a group of small-scale farmers in La Plata, Huila, Colombia, where coffee isn’t just a drink – it’s the heart of the community. Named after the region itself, La Plata is known for its rich coffee culture and deep agricultural traditions.
Who Grows La Plata? One of the key producers behind this blend is Fernando García. He moved to Huila from Caquetá, fleeing conflict, and built a thriving farm growing beans, peaches, and coffee. His sons are also involved, and together they produce Bourbon Manzano, a coffee variety known for its round, apple-like cherries.
Fun fact: This variety is called “manzano” because the cherries look like tiny apples!
La Plata is a blend made up of six lots from five different producers, with Fernando García’s family farm making up 60% of the total blend.
What Makes Huila Coffee Special? Huila is part of the Colombian Massif, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve packed with biodiversity and rich volcanic soil. This region provides 70% of Colombia’s freshwater, and coffee here grows between 1,200 - 2,000 meters above sea level, developing complex flavors thanks to cooler temperatures and limited sunlight.
Cool science fact: Coffee in Huila benefits from just 3.5 hours of sunlight per day! This helps it develop more natural sugars, leading to sweeter, more flavorful brews.
Tasting Notes & Brewing Tips Expect a silky, balanced cup with refined sweetness.
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Castor sugar – Delicate and smooth sweetness
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Marjoram – A soft herbal complexity
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Green apple – Crisp and refreshing acidity
Best brewed as: This coffee shines in filter methods like pour-over, AeroPress, or batch brew. It’s also a great espresso if you’re after something a little brighter!
Coffee & Community: The Impact of Buying La Plata La Plata’s economy revolves around coffee, and small farms (about 3 hectares each) make up most of the production. The farmers' organization AGROCOASPROSH supports 28 local farmers, ensuring that quality coffee reaches the specialty market.
Direct Impact:
La Plata is a coffee with deep roots, from its growers to the cup—bringing both exceptional flavour and real impact.
