SIP Collective - Colombia Betania

PRODUCER | LINARCO RODRIGUEZ

Pinapple • Rum • Panela

Weight: 200gr

PRODUCER | COOPERATIVE

Produced by Linarco Rodriguez at Betania Farm in Palestina, Huila, this coffee grows at approximately 2,000 metres above sea level. Known affectionately as Don Lino, Linarco is part of a community of 117 producers working across southern Huila, sharing knowledge, infrastructure, and a strong commitment to quality. His approach combines generations of agricultural experience with a precise understanding of harvesting, fermentation, and drying. Beyond his own farm, Linarco actively supports neighbouring producers, encouraging careful farming practices and greater consistency across the region. Betania reflects this philosophy: thoughtful agriculture, meticulous processing, and a clear expression of one of Colombia’s most celebrated coffee-producing landscapes.

COFFEE | PROCESSING

This lot is composed entirely of SL28, selectively harvested at peak ripeness before the cherries are carefully sorted by flotation. The whole cherries then undergo 48 hours of anaerobic fermentation in sealed tanks, allowing sweetness and fruit character to develop while maintaining the clarity and structure associated with the variety. Following fermentation, the coffee is slowly sun-dried on raised African beds for approximately 20–30 days, with regular turning to ensure even drying. Once reaching its target moisture, the coffee is rested for a further 12–20 days before milling. The result is a layered and expressive natural: rich in sweetness, vibrant in citrus character, and rounded by notes of honey, caramelised sugar, and dried fruit.