Farm Name: La Piragua Location: Palestina, Huila, Colombia Producer: Alexander Vargas Varietal: Striped Red Bourbon Lot Altitude: 1800 masl Process: Natural The Story:Alexander Vargas is a well-respected name in Palestina, Huila, particularly in the village of Los Olivos. His journey in coffee began at just 15 years old, following in the footsteps of his parents, who were also coffee producers. By the age of 20, he decided to specialize in specialty coffee, dedicating the next 20 years to refining his craft. At La Piragua Coffee, Alexander focuses on innovation, particularly through anaerobic processing for Pink Bourbon and Striped Red Bourbon. His Geisha coffee is processed in both washed and natural methods, while Caturra follows a traditional washed process. Alongside these, he also cultivates Java and Tabi, ensuring meticulous care at every stage to produce outstanding coffees. Tasting Notes: Pomegranate, Melon, Red Grapes