Caicedo Washed
by Those Coffee People
Milk chocolate, honey, yellow fruits and vanilla.
Milk chocolate, honey, yellow fruits and vanilla.
Variety: Castillo, Colombia, Caturra
Processing Method: washed.
Altitude: 1950 – 2100 meters
Suggested Roast: Medium
Suggested Brewing Preparation: Drip methods, Espresso With or Without Milk, Cold Brew, Specialty Blends
Variety: Castillo, Colombia, Caturra
Processing Method: Washed
Altitude: 1800 – 2100 meters
Suggested Roast: Medium
Suggested Brewing Preparation: Drip methods, Espresso With or Without Milk, Cold Brew. Specialty Blends.
Why Choose Caicedo?
Caicedo Washed Coffee, also known as Resiliencia (Spanish for “Resilience”), is a cornerstone of any specialty coffee menu.
With an SCA score of 84+, it delivers a clean, balanced brew that shines whether served black or as the base for cappuccinos and lattes.
Roast it medium to highlight its bright clarity, or go darker for a richer body, this coffee holds up beautifully across roast profiles. It is a reliable, great-value specialty option that consistently performs.
Courage and Perseverance in the Coffee Industry
Aprokafe, led by the ambitious Elkin Diosa, revolutionized the coffee industry in Caicedo. Elkin developed a specialty coffee buying center that united all small producers, offering a diverse product selection and quality assurance for international buyers. Recognizing the importance of quality control in specialty coffee, he invested in a state-of-the-art quality control facility within the buying center, elevating Caicedo’s standing in the specialty coffee world.
The birth of Aprokafes marked a significant milestone, as it aimed to create a collective of coffee growers dedicated to improving the living conditions of producers and the Caicedo community through the application of good agricultural practices.
Benefits of Aprokafe’s buying center include:
- Advancement in quality control practices to meet specialty coffee requirements.
- Provision of a storage facility adhering to specialty coffee standards.
- Implementation of a coffee tree nutrition program and training initiatives.
- Creation of opportunities for youth engagement and careers in the coffee industry.
Elkin’s deep involvement in the coffee industry since childhood nurtured his curiosity, leading him to challenge conventional practices and continually experiment to enhance the outcomes. Thanks to his determination and innovative approach, Aprokafe has brought Caicedo into the spotlight of the specialty coffee world.
Special Farming Practices
Caicedo coffee boasts unique practices that set it apart. The head producer, Elkin, established and maintains a community buying center to purchase coffee bean production from small producers in the town. This initiative, supported by Those Coffee People, allows the coffee beans to be sent abroad to different countries, giving the producers alternatives to just selling to the government.
Additionally, the producers gain access to valuable knowledge about advanced coffee production practices and benefit from a dedicated storage facility. These special practices contribute to the exceptional quality and impact of Caicedo coffee beans.
Why Support the Farmer
Caicedo coffee is the outcome of a diligent and iterative process, benefiting the youth generation in the region by providing professional advancement and skilled employment opportunities with fair payment.
Caicedo History
Caicedo, Antioquia, is a small town in the mountainous region of Colombia’s Antioquia state. Established in 1872 this town is known for its picturesque landscapes, traditional Colombian architecture, and warm community culture. The town sits nestled amidst lush coffee farms, deep green valleys, and misty mountains, offering breathtaking scenery typical of the Andes.
Historically, Caicedo has been a part of the coffee-growing heartland of Colombia, with coffee cultivation playing a vital role in the local economy and way of life. Due to its mountainous terrain, agriculture has always been challenging yet rewarding, and residents have developed a resilient, community-oriented spirit. Coffee farms here often focus on small, artisanal production, with many farmers practicing traditional methods passed down through generations.
Additionally, Caicedo’s remote, less-traveled location offers a tranquil, immersive experience compared to more commercialized coffee regions. For visitors who appreciate nature, there are numerous hiking opportunities around the surrounding mountains and rivers, making it ideal for adventurers and those looking to disconnect from city life.
With this Coffee we Impact the Following SDGs:
In comparison to the FNC buy rate, TCP pays 20% above fair market value.
Providing youth with professional opportunities for skilled employment.