Colombia La Experimental Sidra Washed

Prime Green Coffee

Details

Origin

Colombia

Process

Washed

Description

Cacao Nibs, Clean, Hint of peach, juicy, Lemon & Lime, Mandarin Orange, Red Grape, Winey Jorge Elías Rojas Vásquez was born into a coffee-growing family in La Armenia, Planadas, Tolima. Losing his father at the age of five, he grew up surrounded by coffee trees and hard work. By the time he was 12, he had taken responsibility for the family farm. In 2010, he acquired La Roca Estate, a 4.5-hectare farm 1,857 meters above sea level, where he dedicated himself to producing high-quality specialty coffee. Nestled among natural reserves and waterfalls, La Roca State is home to exceptional coffee varieties such as Caturro, Geisha, Colombia, Pink Bourbon, Pacamara, Moka, and Wush-Wush. Jorge’s meticulous approach to coffee cultivation has earned him numerous awards, including the 2020 Planadas Coffee Auction, the 2022 Top Roast competition, and the prestigious third place in Colombia’s Cup of Excellence for a honey-processed coffee. His expertise in fermentation and processing has helped shape award-winning coffees for fellow farmers and solidify his reputation in the industry. Jorge Rojas also leads the La Roca Project alongside his siblings, who oversee the harvesting across the different divisions of the farm. Each lot within the project is identified by its own name—such as “La Experimental”—reflecting the distinct management and character of each section. Jorge continuously refines his craft, earning certifications like Q Processing Level 1 from the Coffee Quality Institute. He has trained with renowned coffee experts and participated in global competitions, including the 2023 World Coffee Challenge in Madrid, where he won Best Honey-Processed Arabica. His passion has also taken him to China, where he established connections to expand the reach of Colombian specialty coffee. Beyond farming, Jorge is a community leader, sharing his knowledge with fellow producers through ASOPEP. Its central processing facility, equipped with cutting-edge technology, ensures precision in