Colombian Antioquia Supremo Coffee
Our Colombian Supremo single origin Arabica coffee is balanced and smooth with sweet notes of fruit, chocolate and caramel, a medium body, a bright acidity and a pleasant, clean aftertaste. The Supremo beans are the largest bean size available from Colombia, denoting exceptional quality and flavour.
Due to their size and quality, Supremo beans are extremely versatile and are suitable for many different brewing methods, including espresso, drip coffee, French press, and cold brew.
To make Colombian Supremo cold brew coffee just soak 50g of coarse ground coffee in 500ml of water for 12 hours in the fridge, filter/sieve and that's it. Enjoy! To help you make this as easily as possible we have put together our Colombian Supremo Cold Brew Coffee & Jug Set. To then order more of the coffee for cold brew just select Coarse Grind when you re-order.
Cupping notes: This delicately hand roasted coffee has a medium body, a bright acidity and a pleasant, clean aftertaste.
Flavour notes: Sweet, fruit, chocolate and caramel
Roast: Medium
Variety: Typica, Caturra, Bourbon
Region: Antioquia
Altitude: 1200 - 2000 masl
Processing: Washed
What are Supremo coffee beans?
"Supremo" refers to a grading classification for coffee beans, particularly those from Latin American countries like Colombia.
In the coffee industry, beans are graded based on size, with larger beans typically being considered of higher quality. "Supremo" is one of the highest grades for coffee beans, indicating that the beans are larger and more uniform in size compared to lower grades.
What makes Supremo coffee so special?
Size Consistency - Supremo beans are larger and more consistent in size compared to lower-grade beans. This uniformity often indicates better quality control during cultivation and processing.
Enhanced Flavour - Larger beans tend to have a more concentrated flavour profile. Supremo coffee often boasts a rich and nuanced flavour with well-defined characteristics, such as a balanced acidity and distinct aroma.
Brewing Versatility - Due to their size and quality, Supremo beans are versatile and suitable for various brewing methods, including espresso, drip coffee, French press, and cold brew.
High-Quality Standards - The Supremo classification reflects adherence to strict quality standards set by coffee-producing regions. These standards encompass factors such as altitude, climate, cultivation practices, and processing methods.
Consistent Reputation - Supremo coffee has earned a reputation for excellence and consistency among coffee enthusiasts and professionals alike. Its high quality and reliable characteristics make it a popular choice for those seeking a premium coffee experience.
Supremo coffee represents a top-tier category of beans known for their size, quality, and exceptional flavour, making them a special and sought-after option for coffee connoisseurs.
About Colombian coffee
Colombia stands as the second-largest global contributor to coffee production, boasting the top spot in washed Arabica beans. Annually, it exports around 12.5 million bags of coffee, with approximately half destined for the United States, while domestically consuming about 2 million bags.
What sets Colombia apart is its geographical diversity, ensuring that coffee production is a year-round affair. Thanks to its vast size and varied terrains, there's always a region in Colombia in full swing with coffee cultivation.
When discussing Colombian coffee, one often encounters the term "Colombia Supremo," denoting the largest bean size available from the country. These beans, classified as Supremo, typically boast a screen size of 17 or 18, slightly larger than the Excelso variety.
Colombia's coffee production spans across 32 departments, akin to states, and encompasses 22 distinct coffee-growing regions.
Our Colombia Supremo coffee is meticulously sourced from a single region, though this region may vary depending on the shipment time. Nonetheless, what remains consistent is the meticulously crafted cup profile, tailored to meet the unique characteristics of each regional blend.
Sustainability: All of our coffee beans are traceable directly to the farm and the farmer. Our coffees are either Fairtrade Organic (FTO) or Rain Forest Alliance (RFA) certified, or grown as a collective or cooperative to assure a fair wage, investment in the community and good environmental practice. Our coffee bags are recyclable.
Why buy from us? Our award-winning, ethically sourced coffee is freshly hand roasted to order every week. Our aim is to retain the main characteristics of single origin Arabica beans and to enhance them with delicate roasting. All of our medium roast single origin Arabica coffee is suitable for espresso. Just choose Fine Grind or Whole Bean depending on your coffee machine or brewing method.
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