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Cata Project – Seasonal Espresso

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Cata’s Fellow Producers, Huila, Colombia – Semi-Washed Anaerobic Caturra 82

– “This seasonal espresso special collaboration lot is the result of a partnership among talented small producers, supported by Cata Export.”

What to expect in the cup

Wild berries, rose, chocolate mousse. Showcasing exotic character, featuring vibrant acidity of floral berries, balanced by rich sweetness of a decadent vanilla chocolate dessert, with texture and aftertaste reminiscent of Baileys.

£15.00£52.00

The Cata Project was initiated in 2022 with the vision of providing our clients with a unique and exceptional espresso experience. This initiative is spearheaded by Cata Export, represented by Catalina and Pierre, and features various producers each season. Our objective is to support these producers by ensuring they receive a premium price for their coffee, ultimately delivering an extraordinary product to our clients. This approach benefits the entire supply chain, as producers gain from the premium pricing while consumers enjoy high-quality coffee at an accessible price point. This particular lot comprises of Caturra varietal sourced from different producers in the Huila and Tolima departments who have contributed to the Cata Project. The cherries are meticulously handpicked, selecting only those at the ripest stage, followed by a one-day pulping process. Subsequently, the coffee cherries are placed in plastic tanks for anaerobic fermentation lasting precisely 82 hours, hence the name “Caturra 82”. After fermentation, the seeds are washed to remove any impurities. Finally, the parchment is sun-dried for a period of 5 to 10 days, depending on weather conditions, with the parchment being turned three times daily to ensure uniform drying. This straightforward yet effective and precise processing method results in a cup characterised by high sweetness, rich vanilla chocolate notes, and a vibrant acidity reminiscent of floral berries.
The seasonal espresso crafted for the Cata Project is uniquely designed for Sweven through a meticulous selection of the finest quality batches that complement each other. Our dedicated team of selectors carefully isolates each bean to produce a distinctive and exceptional lot aimed at discerning consumers. At Cata Export, we have developed our own grinding techniques, which is particularly noteworthy as such practices are rarely employed by producers in Colombia, where expertise in this area is limited. We also employ advanced equipment for pixel selection, density evaluation, mesh selection, and manual sorting, which minimises the waste of premium coffee and ensures that we deliver something truly exceptional to our European clientele. This Cata Project features Caturra 82, incorporating contributions from various producers in the Tolima department; comprehensive guidance is provided on numerous topics, including soil management, sustainable agriculture, mill maintenance, water treatment, and fermentation techniques. This guarantees that the coffee produced adheres to processing standards. Once the coffee is deemed suitable, it proceeds to the threshing machine. Consequently, a replicable fermentation protocol and a post-harvest protocol have been established for this variety, recognising that not all producers possess expertise in specialty coffee. Continuous reinforcement and monitoring of these techniques are aimed at fostering an evolution in future harvests, ultimately allowing us to produce a luxury coffee of this caliber, particularly for Sweven.