El Puente Natural - Single Origin - Colombia

Technical Information

Country: Colombia

Region: Huila

Farm: Smallholder Farms

Producer: Smallholder Producers; Aromas del Sur

Varietal: Caturra, Colombia, Castillo

Altitude: 1800m

Process: Natural 

Roast: Light/Medium

Flavor Notes

Fig, Chocolate, Strawberry

About El Puente

Discover the essence of Colombian specialty coffee with El Puente Natural, a testament to the rich heritage and innovative spirit of Palestina, Huila. Crafted at the El Puente processing facility, nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Fundador township, this exceptional coffee embodies the bridge between tradition and innovation.

El Puente, meaning "the bridge" in Spanish, symbolizes the connection forged between local smallholder producers and the global specialty coffee industry. Strategically located just a short drive away from coffee hubs like Pitalito and downtown Palestina, this facility stands as a beacon of community empowerment and sustainable development.

El Puente addresses the common challenges faced by smallholder coffee producers, including the lack of post-harvest infrastructure and financial resources. Through partnerships with allied local families and organizations like Clearpath Coffee, we can ensure fair compensation for freshly harvested cherries, enabling producers to focus on quality without compromising on livelihoods.

El Puente Natural is the epitome of our commitment to excellence. Processed using the renowned Natural methods, this coffee showcases the vibrant flavors and complexities cherished by specialty coffee enthusiasts worldwide. With its notes of Fig, Chocolate, and Strawberry, it promises an unforgettable sensory journey with every sip.

Whether brewed as an espresso, a rich drip coffee, or a nuanced pour-over, El Puente Natural. Sourced directly from our partner producers and meticulously dried in large parabolic dryers, this coffee reflects the meticulous care and passion infused into every step of its journey.

Join us in celebrating the union of tradition and innovation with El Puente Natural. Elevate your coffee experience and indulge in the finest flavors Colombia has to offer. Experience the bridge to excellence with every cup of El Puente Natural from Anchor Coffee Co.

About The Region

From Ally Coffee, "

The Colombian Department of Huila is located in the southern portion of the country where the Central and Eastern ranges of the Andes mountains converge. Huila’s capital city of Neiva is dry, flat, and desert-like, markedly different from the coffee regions further south.

Centered around the city of Pitalito, Huila’s coffee farms are predominately smallholder owned and over the past ten years have made consorted efforts to produce specialty coffee that reveals the full character of the region’s terroir. Selective manual harvesting, attentive processing, and careful post-harvest sorting all contribute to increasing recognition of the region.

Huila’s Departmental coffee committee, the local connection to the national Colombian Coffee Growers Federation, has invested notable resources into training producers in everything from fertilization to roasting. This, combined with producer enthusiasm, has created a regional culture of quality-focused production.

Huila holds important historic significance dating back to pre-Columbian cultures. The archeological site at San Agustin includes a large number of stone carvings, figures, and artifacts that offer a rare glimpse into the land’s past prior to colonialism."