La Leona
Limited EditionFruity
A standout Colombian microlot from La Leona Farm in Quindío, produced by Luz Helena Salazar. This honey-processed Castillo variety delivers a sweet and complex cup with notes of maple syrup, dried fruits, citrus, and a subtle wine-like finish.
Variety: Castillo
Process: Honey Process
Altitude: 1,450–1,500 MASL
Cupping Score: 87.5
Origins · Colombia
Tasting notes · Maple Syrup · Dried Fruits · Citrus · Winey
Suitable for · Espresso · Filter
Size / Weight
Grind Size
Out of Stock
Selected: 200g · Whole Beans
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EGP 700.00
The Story Behind
La Leona
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"Produced by Luz Helena Salazar at La Leona Farm in Colombia's Quindío region, this coffee is crafted from carefully selected ripe cherries and processed using the honey method. After 35 hours of controlled fermentation and 11 days of drying, the result is a vibrant and balanced coffee that highlights the sweetness, complexity, and character of the Castillo variety."
The Recipe
V60 Recipe
Coffee Details
- Dose: 18g
- Water: 300g
- Ratio: 1:16.7
- Temperature: 92–93°C
- Grind: Medium
- Brew Time: 2:50–3:20
Pour Structure
| Stage | Time | Target Weight | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloom | 0:00–0:45 | 60g | Ensure all grounds are saturated. Give the brewer a gentle swirl. Wait until 0:45. |
| Pour #1 | 0:45–1:20 | 180g | Start in the center. Make small slow circles. Avoid pouring directly on the paper. |
| Pour #2 | 1:20–1:50 | 240g | Maintain a steady flow. Keep the water level stable. Stay center-focused. |
| Pour #3 | 1:50–2:10 | 300g | Finish near the center. Do not agitate aggressively. |
| Finish | 2:10–3:20 | Final Drawdown | Give one gentle swirl. Let the coffee draw down naturally. Target finish time: 2:50–3:20. |
Cup Profile
| Characteristic | Value |
|---|---|
| Texture | Sweet, silky, layered |
| Body | Medium to Full |
| Acidity | Balanced |
| Sweetness | High |
| Goal | Adjustment |
|---|---|
| More Sweetness | 91°C, slightly coarser grind |
| More Clarity | 94°C, slightly finer grind |
| More Body | Keep pours centered, reduce agitation |
| More Brightness | Increase pouring circles, increase temperature |