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Rayo, Colombia

by long & short · london, uk

you'll taste lemon before grapefruit. this is rayo, colombia, a washed colombia from long & short.

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the bean

origin
colombia
process
washed
varietal
gesha
status
in stock
rayo is a washed gesha from colombia, roasted by long & short. the washed process keeps the cup clean and precise, letting the gesha varietal express itself clearly. expect bright citrus across lemon and grapefruit, a crisp zest quality, and floral tones of jasmine running through the finish. because the flavors are delicate and well-defined, this coffee rewards brew methods that highlight clarity and acidity, pour-over being the natural fit. grind fine-medium, use water around 93c, and pour slowly to keep the florals intact.

common questions

What does Rayo, Colombia taste like?

rayo leads with lemon and grapefruit, backed by citrus zest and a jasmine-like floral quality. the washed process keeps the cup clean, so those flavors come through without much interference.

How is Rayo, Colombia grown and processed?

rayo is a gesha varietal sourced from colombia and processed using the washed method, which removes the fruit before drying and produces a bright, clear cup.

How should I brew Rayo, Colombia?

the clean, floral character of a washed gesha suits a pour-over best, where precise water control keeps the citrus and jasmine notes well-defined. avoid brewing too hot or too fast, as gesha is a delicate varietal that opens up with a careful, steady pour.

about long & short

good independent roasters in london don't always plant themselves where you'd expect. long & short is out in walthamstow, unit 5 of the crate building on st james street in e17, which means you're already off the tourist map before you've ordered anything. that's not a complaint. the area has its own pace, and a roaster with this kind of following tends to suit it. regulars here aren't casual about their coffee, and the shop doesn't treat them like they should be. what you get is a place that takes the sourcing and the roasting seriously enough that the cup reflects it, without making a ceremony of the fact. st james street on a weekday morning is a good place to find that out for yourself.

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