S&W Craft Roasting

Colombia Arturo Arango El Paraiso Washed Castillo

Arturo Arango grows this microlot at El Paraiso in Barcelona, Quindío at 1,300 masl. After 30 hours of underwater fermentation, the cherries are pulped, washed, and dried in temperature-controlled conditions—a deliberate washed process that showcases the varietal's inherent character. Expect a well-structured cup with white grape, juicy raisin, and apricot, supported by secondary notes of tamarind, green grape, baker's chocolate, and hazelnut. This coffee serves as a useful reference point for understanding how processing affects the same bean, offering a traditional South American profile without excessive fruit-forward intensity.