Rio Bamisa Caturrón - Colombia

Candy-like and fruit-forward with notes of canned pineapple, ripe blackberries and milk chocolate. Floral and a little boozy.  Juicy, beautiful acidity.

Origin: Colombia
Region: Acevedo, Huila
Producer: Rio Bamisa Communities
Elevation: 1700 - 1800 masl
Variety: Caturrón
Process: Natural;

Roasted for: Filter


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Named after the Bamisa River, which sustains the fertile valleys of southern Colombia, Rio Bamisa reflects its origin and the synergy between natural conditions and agricultural expertise. Sourced from Acevedo, a distinguished region in the Huila department, this lot benefits from high elevations, nutrient-rich volcanic soils, and stable microclimates -elements that together form an optimal environment for producing high-quality, complex coffees.

At the heart of Rio Bamisa is Caturrón, a rare and remarkable Colombian cultivar. Genetically related to Variedad Colombia but distinguished by its oblong beans and resilience to leaf rust, Caturrón is a hybrid born of Híbrido de Timor and Bourbon or Caturra. Its tropical fruit-forward profile, shaped by the bean’s natural sugars, starts in the cherry and persists beautifully in the cup.

This lot is naturally processed, beginning with a careful water-based selection to eliminate defects. After a short fermentation of 2–3 hours, the cherries are slowly dried to a precise moisture level of 10–11%, enhancing the coffee’s complexity and vibrant character.

In the cup, Rio Bamisa offers a vivid expression of its origin—lively tropical aromas, a smooth body, and bright, juicy notes that pay homage to the land and the people who cultivate it.

Sourcing partners: Qima Colombia
Qima Coffee, known for its pioneering work in Yemen, expanded into Colombia in 2020 with a bold vision: to build an equitable, scalable sourcing model that empowers farmers while delivering world-class coffee. With a local team of expert producers and agronomists, Qima Colombia champions quality, sustainability, and accessibility - bringing extraordinary coffees like Rio Bamisa to the global stage.