NL Colombia Kevin Perafan
| Price per 1kg. |
€ 200,00 |
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| Price updated: |
20th Sep 2025 |
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Door te kiezen voor een verpakking van 250 gram |
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Beans Parameters
Roast Levels: Light Roast
Caffeine: With caffeine
Origins: Colombia
Processing methods: Washed
Additional
This light roast from Cauca, Colombia comes from Finca La Mujica, run by coffee grower Kevin Perafán. Rum Baba Coffeeroasters roasts in small batches to bring this refined filter coffee to life. Expect notes of fresh tobacco leaf, hazelnut and creamy caramel, with a smooth body and a clean finish. The coffee is processed as a washed coffee with a 24-hour fermentation in sealed bags for extra clarity and floral aromas. The blend brings together Gesha, Red Bourbon, Tabi and Colombia varieties. Ideal for V60, AeroPress or a filter brewer. Microlot with limited stock, delivered fresh and, on request, ground to suit the brewing method.
More About Colombia Kevin Perafan
Origin and farm
- The coffee comes from the department of Cauca in southwestern Colombia, specifically from the El Silencio area in San Lorenzo.
- It is grown on the La Mujica farm, which is managed by coffee farmer Kevin Perafán.
- The region has fertile soil and an ideal climate, factors that contribute to the production of sought after quality coffee.
- The plantation lies on the Andean slopes, the elevation and cool nights help develop complex flavor notes in the beans.
- Cauca is known for highly coveted microlot coffees, and this specific lot clearly showcases the region’s potential.
Roast profile
- Rum Baba roasts this coffee as a light roast to bring forward its bright, refined flavors.
- With a light roast, the bean’s natural characteristics come to the fore, fresh, juicy flavor nuances without bitter notes.
- The beans are roasted in small batches in Amsterdam, which ensures consistent quality with every roast.
- As a light-roasted coffee, it shines best with filter brewing methods such as V60 pour-over, AeroPress, or a filter coffee machine.
- The roastery ships the coffee shortly after roasting (usually within 1–10 days), so customers receive fresh beans at home.
Flavor and aroma
- This coffee has a unique flavor profile with notes of fresh tobacco leaf, hazelnut, and sweet caramel.
- In the aroma, the sweet note of hazelnut and creamy caramel stands out, with an unexpectedly fresh accent of tobacco leaf.
- The distinct fermentation process has amplified the bright, floral undertones in the bouquet, adding extra complexity to the aroma.
- The coffee has a smooth body and a clean, crisp finish, thanks in part to the clean (washed) processing method.
- The complex flavor profile reflects the terroir of Cauca, with each sip delivering both pleasant sweetness and subtle savory nuances.
Processing Method
- This coffee is processed using the washed method, known for a very clean, clear cup profile.
- After picking, a flotation sorting step was performed: any defective or unripe cherries were removed in water before fermentation began.
- The coffee cherries then fermented for 24 hours in sealed plastic bags, an unusual technique that accentuated the bright, floral aromas.
- After this fermentation, the cherries were depulped and thoroughly washed to remove the last sticky residues.
- Finally, the beans were carefully dried, resulting in an exceptionally clean taste with no unwanted over-fermented notes.
Variety and species
- This is 100% Arabica coffee and consists of a rare blend of four different varieties within a single lot.
- One of those varieties is the famed Gesha (Geisha), praised by connoisseurs for its floral, tea-like flavor nuances.
- Red Bourbon is also part of the blend, Bourbon is a classic coffee variety known for sweetness and balance in the cup.
- The lot also includes Tabi, a modern Colombian hybrid that is disease-resistant yet still offers a rich flavor.
- Finally, it features the Colombia variety, a cultivar developed by Colombian researchers to combine quality with resistance to coffee leaf rust.
Sustainability and ethics
- In Cauca, coffee cultivation offers a sustainable alternative to coca farming, providing local farmers with a more stable and legal source of income.
- The 'Best of Cauca' initiative was created to support coffee growers in former conflict zones by showcasing their micro-lots through an auction and selling them to international buyers at fair prices.
- By taking part in this auction, Kevin Perafán was able to sell his lot at a premium price, which directly contributes to the income of his family and community.
- The success of farmers like Kevin inspires others in the region to choose coffee as well, contributing to long-term peace and development.
- Rum Baba’s purchase of this coffee aligns with their ethos of responsible sourcing, the roastery itself emphasizes that their beans are sourced sustainably.
Brewing Recommendations
- Because this is a light-roasted coffee, it shines most with brew methods such as V60 pour-over, AeroPress, or a filter machine.
- For manual pour-over (e.g., with a V60), water around 92–94 °C and a medium-fine grind are typically recommended to make the most of the sweet and floral notes.
- This coffee also works in a cafetière (French press) or moka pot, the flavor will be a touch fuller and more robust compared to filter brewing, yet it remains pleasant and aromatic.
- Rum Baba can grind the beans to match your brew method on request, from fine for moka/espresso to coarse for a French press, so you can get brewing at home right away.
- Not sure about the best brew method? The roaster offers comprehensive brew guides online to help you get the most out of this coffee.
Prices and availability
- This coffee is available via the Rum Baba web shop and at the Rum Baba coffee bar locations in Amsterdam.
- It is offered in 250 g bags (€15.75 per bag) and 1 kg packages (€50.00 per bag).
- Buyers can choose whole beans or ground coffee, at checkout there are grind-size options including moka pot, filter, and French press.
- Within the Netherlands, shipping is free on orders from €55 (to BE/DE/FR free from €100), which makes ordering online extra appealing.
- Note: this is a one-off micro-lot from an auction, stock is limited, when it's gone, it's gone.
Packaging design
Rum Baba is known for its playful packaging. The coffee comes in a resealable 250 g pouch to preserve freshness and aroma. The label clearly lists all details, origin (Colombia, Cauca), the farmer’s name Kevin Perafán (Finca La Mujica), the varieties (Gesha, Colombia, Red Bourbon, Tabi), the processing method (washed), and tasting notes (tobacco leaf, hazelnut, caramel). The packaging features the Rum Baba logo and a unique graphic design, which makes it stand out on the shelf. Beyond the attractive look, the packaging provides at a glance all essential information for both enthusiasts and occasional drinkers.
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