Green Apple Co-Ferment

COLOMBIA – Jairo Arcila Green Apple
Variety: Castillo
Process: Green Apple Co-Ferment

This juicy little number comes from Jairo Arcila at Finca Santa Monica—and it’s full of character.

This microlot is 100% Castillo, a variety developed by Colombia’s Federación Nacional de Cafeteros to thrive in local conditions while delivering clean, sweet cups. But this isn’t your average Castillo.

This batch was exposed to a 72-hour dry anaerobic fermentation with the pulp on. During fermentation, green apple fruit was added directly to the mix—letting all that tart, crisp brightness infuse into the coffee. After that, the cherries were pulped and laid out to dry on raised beds until just right.

The result? A lively cup with notes of green apple and lemon pie—zesty, sweet, and full of citrusy charm. It’s like biting into a Granny Smith while watching a Wes Anderson film. Refreshing, playful, and just a little unexpected.

Flavor Notes: Green Apple, Lemon Pie

Recommended for: Filter

Best After: 12 days post roast