In lieu of the Bolivia Cup of Excellence, which was not held this year, we offer this Organic micro lot from grower Francisco Hilari. His coffee, as well as other growers of distinction, would likely have been represented in the competition. Until recently, Francisco sold his production to the local ProAgro cooperative but he did not get personal recognition for his efforts; a coffee from his farm took fourth place in the 2009 Bolivia CoE competition, but when entered by the co-op it bore the name of the exporter rather that his. Now, like others growing distinctive coffee, he has taken a more direct route to market his coffee, obtaining a more just price as well as identity. Francisco's farm has only 10 acres devoted to coffee; elevation is 5600 feet. Varietal is 100% Typica, shade grown and wet processed on the farm using virgin spring water. Soil composition is clay loam. The coffee is completely sun dried on wooden tables, so the coffee has superior exposure to air and it is kept clean. The farm is located in the region of Siete Estrellas (seven stars) in the noted growing province of Caranavi. As mentioned, the coffee is USDA organic, and the farm uses organic barriers and erosion control measures.  | Francisco Hilari next to his prized coffee trees. |
We purchased this coffee in 15kg vacuum packaged bags (shown below) so the coffee freshness is optimal. It arrived at our warehouse during the second half of March, 2011. Quantities are limited. 
Cup Characteristics: Citrus notes notably orange; floral. Green apple acidity. Clear, crisp and balanced. Body has creamy, lanolin character. Sophisticated, refined coffee. Roasting Notes: This coffee can successfully be roasted to levels between C+ and FC. Pulling the roast as it begins second crack or even a tad lighter is optimal in our opinion, which preserve some of the coffee's piquancy along with its body. 
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| 1 | $9.77 | | 2-4 | $9.28 | | 5-19 | $8.79 | | 20+ | $8.27 |
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