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Origin
Colombia
Process
Natural
Variety
Papayo
Altitude
1650 masl
Roast Type
filter
<div class="column column1"> <p><span>This Coffee has been part of some top places in competitions!</span></p> <ul> <li data-end="130" data-start="0"> <p data-end="130" data-start="2"><strong>World Barista Championship (WBC) 2025</strong><br data-end="67" data-start="64"><strong data-end="80" data-start="69">Result:</strong> 1st place<br data-end="93" data-start="90"><strong data-end="110" data-start="95">Competitor:</strong> <span>Jack Simpson</span><strong></strong></p> </li> </ul> <p><span>Price is relatively high amongst the other profiles you might have seen in our offering due to the type of variety where Papayo is not a common varietal in the specialty coffee industry, also the detailed fermentation processing that has taken to get to this complex and delicate notes that enhances the high quality and performance of this reference.</span></p> <p><span>This lot, developed by <strong>Jhonathan Gasca</strong> in the south of Huila, reflects a precise approach to fermentation and cherry selection, resulting in a profile defined by aromatic complexity, balance in the cup, and clear expression of origin.</span></p> <h3 class="extraPaff"><span>Tropical Fruit Forward Lush</span></h3> <p class="extraPaff">Paints a picture of rich and vibrant tropical fruit flavors within the context of a fruit-forward coffee profile. It conveys a sense of abundance and lushness in the fruity characteristics of the coffee. This coffee is treasured for its complexity and multidimensional taste profile. In addition to the fruitiness, you will experience floral lactic and even nutty undernotes. This complexity adds depth and character to the coffee profile. </p> <div class="column column1"> <h3><span>About Papayo</span></h3> <p>Papayo stands out as one of the rarest and most intriguing coffee varieties cultivated by Jhonatan Gasca. Known for its complex tropical sweetness and vibrant acidity, Papayo expresses the distinctive terroir of southern Huila. The combination of Jhonatan’s experimental approach, careful cherry selection, and controlled multi-stage fermentation allows Papayo to reveal its signature profile—bright, silky, and profoundly aromatic.</p> </div> </div> <div class="column column2"> <p><strong>Jonathan Gasca</strong><br>Born in Pitalito - Huila on September 24th, 1992</p> <p><strong>About Zarza Farm</strong><br>Location: Municipality of Bruselas - Huila.<br>Altitude: 1650 M.A.S.L.<br>Area: 30 ha.<br>Planted Varietals: Pink Bourbon, Sidra Bourbon, Aji Bourbon, Pacamara, Geisha, Wush Wush, Caturra, Catuai, Castillo, Colombia.</p> <p><strong>Zarza Coffees</strong> in recent International Competitions:</p> <p>Jack Simpson - 1st place Australia Barista Championship 2024 with Pacamara Natural.<br>Jack Simpson - 2nd place Australia World Barista Champion 2024 with Pacamara Natural.</p> <p><span>We sourced this competition coffee lot through <a href="https://www.centralcoastcoffee.com.au/collections/lohas-beans">LOHAS BEANS</a> who work directly with the farmer and air freight the beans as soon as they are ready from processing.</span><span></span></p> <p><a href="https://www.centralcoastcoffee.com.au/collections/lohas-beans"><span>Click here to view all our coffees that are sourced from LOHAS BEANS</span></a></p> <h3 data-start="0" data-end="23">WHO IS <a href="https://www.centralcoastcoffee.com.au/collections/lohas-beans">LOHAS BEANS</a>?</h3> <p data-start="25" data-end="624">Lohas Beans is a Colombian exporter that works alongside some of the country’s most respected and forward-thinking producers, helping bring standout Colombian coffees to the global stage. Their lots have appeared in competitions, been served in top cafés around the world, and enjoyed by dedicated home brewers. While Lohas Beans are not producers themselves, they source and offer distinctive, high-quality lots for discerning coffee drinkers by collaborating with leading Colombian producers, including the Vergara Brothers, the Lasso Brothers, Jhonathan Gasca, Orlando Ospina, and Paola Trujillo.</p> </div>
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