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EA Decaf Cumbres de Nariño

by bows coffee roasters · victoria, canada

you'll taste winey before black tea. this is ea decaf cumbres de nariño, a colombia from bows coffee roasters.

wineyblack teatea-like

the bean

origin
colombia
region
nariño
varietal
caturra, pacamara
status
in stock
ea decaf cumbres de nariño is a decaffeinated colombian coffee from bows coffee roasters, grown in the nariño region using caturra and pacamara varietals. it's processed using the ethyl acetate (ea) method, which uses a naturally derived solvent to remove caffeine while preserving the coffee's character. in the cup it's winey and tea-like, with black tea qualities that make it softer and more delicate than a typical full-bodied colombian. it suits filter brewing, where those tea-like, winey notes can develop clearly without the pressure of espresso masking the subtlety.

common questions

What does EA Decaf Cumbres de Nariño taste like?

it has winey, tea-like qualities with a distinct black tea character, making it a lighter, more delicate cup than you might expect from a colombian coffee. the ea decaf process helps retain those nuanced flavours despite the caffeine removal.

How is EA Decaf Cumbres de Nariño grown and processed?

it's grown in colombia's nariño region using caturra and pacamara varietals, then decaffeinated via the ethyl acetate (ea) method. ea is considered a gentle decaffeination process that aims to preserve the original character of the green coffee.

How should I brew EA Decaf Cumbres de Nariño?

filter brewing, such as a pour over or drip, is a good match for this coffee, as the tea-like and winey notes come through most clearly with longer, lower-pressure extraction. decaf coffees can also benefit from slightly lower water temperatures, around 90, 92°c, to avoid over-extraction.

about bows coffee roasters

your first sip from bows tells you something quiet but certain: someone here is paying attention. the victoria roaster works closely with canada specialty coffee to source beans that actually have something to say, and you can taste the difference when the cup cools slightly and the sweetness opens up. it's unhurried coffee, the kind that rewards you for slowing down on a grey pacific northwest morning, ceramic warming your palms while the rain does whatever it wants outside.

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