CALDAS SAMPLE EDITION – introduction into a new world of coffee
Our journey begins with one simple idea: We at Caldas envision coffee not only as a product, but focus on its origin, sourcing and cultivation. On this page you will find lots of interesting information on our rare coffee samples. At the end of the page, you will get the opportunity to sign up and test these samples. We are more than excited to present our first exclusive sample editions, which includes the following six coffee varieties:
- Finca: La Primavera, San José
- Producer: Olga Bustamante
- Altitude: 1,640 m a.s.l
- Process: Washed
- SCA score: 86.00
FLAVOUR PROFILE: Floral sweetness meets fresh citrus notes. An aromatic coffee with hints of myrtle delicate acidity, and a silk body. Balanced coffee with elegant clarity – perfect for filter coffee enthusiasts.
BREWING METHOD: PINK BOURBON WASHED specialty coffee is well-suited for Filter Coffee, and French Press.
REFERENCE PRICING:
- 125 g = CHF 13.60 (VAT included)
- 250 g = CHF 27.20 (VAT included)
- 500 g = CHF 54.30 (VAT included)
- Finca: La Amapola, Neira
- Producer: Hernán Castañeda
- Altitude: 1,960 m a.s.l
- Process: Honey
- SCA score: 87.00
FLAVOUR PROFILE: Refined, elegant and multilayered. Delicate aromas of honey, red fruits, and
lemongrass. This GEISHA coffee offers an exceptionally delicate cup profile and shines with
its floral sophistication – a true delight for discerning coffee experts.
BREWING METHOD: GEISHA HONEY specialty coffee is well-suited for Espresso, Flat White, Cappuccino, Filter Coffee, and French Press.
REFERENCE PRICING:
- 125 g = CHF 16.00 (VAT included)
- 250 g = CHF 32.10 (VAT included)
- 500 g = CHF 64.10 (VAT included)
- Finca: Santa Isabel, Manizales
- Producer: Lina Londoño
- Altitude: 1,350 m above sea level
- Process: Washed
- SCA score: 85.75
FLAVOUR PROFILE: Aromas of milk and honey, accompanied by almonds and corozo. A creamy,
chocolatey flavor with bright acidity and a silky texture. Ideal for those who
appreciate complexity and smoothness in a cup.
BREWING METHOD: CATIOPE specialty coffee is well-suited for Flat White, Cappuccino, Filter Coffee and French Press.
REFERENCE PRICING:
- 125 g = CHF 13.30 (VAT included)
- 250 g = CHF 26.50 (VAT included)
- 500 g = CHF 53.00 (VAT included)
- Finca: La Primavera, San José
- Producer: Olga Bustamante
- Altitude: 1,640 m a.s.l
- Process: Honey
- SCA score: 86.75
FLAVOUR PROFILE: Cherries and wine, complemented by tropical fruit notes. Chocolatey flavor, accompanied by hints of citrus and plum. A mild, well-rounded coffee with depth – ideal for pour-over or as a balanced espresso.
BREWING METHOD: COLOMBIA HONEY specialty coffee is well-suited for Espresso, Flat White,
Cappuccino, Filter Coffee, and French Press.
REFERENCE PRICING:
- 125 g = CHF 14.90 (VAT included)
- 250 g = CHF 29.70 (VAT included)
- 500 g = CHF 59.45 (VAT included)
- Finca: El Bionimo, San José
- Producer: Cesar Osorio
- Altitude: 1,700 m a.s.l
- Process: Natural
- SCA score: 86.50
FLAVOUR PROFILE: Full-bodied profile hints of bread, plums, coconut and mint. On the palate, dominant notes of chocolate and red fruits emerge. Complex and intense variety. Ideal for those who appreciate character and fruitiness.
BREWING METHOD: CATURRA specialty coffee is well-suited for Espresso, Flat White, Cappuccino, Filter Coffee and French Press.
REFERENCE PRICING:
- 125 g = CHF 13.50 (VAT included)
- 250 g = CHF 27.10 (VAT included)
- 500 g = CHF 54.10 (VAT included)
- Finca: El Porvenir, Manizales
- Producer: Emilio Robledo
- Altitude: 1,350 m a.s.l
- Process: Washed
- SCA score: 84.00
FLAVOUR PROFILE: Cherries and wine, complemented by tropical fruit notes. Chocolatey flavor, accompanied by hints of citrus and plum. A mild, well-rounded coffee with depth – ideal for pour-over or as a balanced espresso.
BREWING METHOD: COLOMBIA WASHED specialty coffee is well-suited for Espresso, Flat White, Cappuccino, Filter Coffee and French Press.
REFERENCE PRICING:
- 125 g = CHF 9.90 (VAT included)
- 250 g = CHF 19.80 (VAT included)
- 500 g = CHF 39.60 (VAT included)
- Finca: La Primavera, San José
- Producer: Olga Bustamante
- Altitude: 1,640 m a.s.l
- Process: Washed
- SCA score: 86.00
FLAVOUR PROFILE: Floral sweetness meets fresh citrus notes. An aromatic coffee with hints of myrtle delicate acidity, and a silk body. Balanced coffee with elegant clarity – perfect for filter coffee enthusiasts.
BREWING METHOD: PINK BOURBON WASHED specialty coffee is well-suited for Filter Coffee, and French Press.
REFERENCE PRICING:
- 125 g = CHF 13.60 (VAT included)
- 250 g = CHF 27.20 (VAT included)
- 500 g = CHF 54.30 (VAT included)
- Finca: La Amapola, Neira
- Producer: Hernán Castañeda
- Altitude: 1,960 m a.s.l
- Process: Honey
- SCA score: 87.00
FLAVOUR PROFILE: Refined, elegant and multilayered. Delicate aromas of honey, red fruits, and
lemongrass. This GEISHA coffee offers an exceptionally delicate cup profile and shines with
its floral sophistication – a true delight for discerning coffee experts.
BREWING METHOD: GEISHA HONEY specialty coffee is well-suited for Espresso, Flat White, Cappuccino, Filter Coffee, and French Press.
REFERENCE PRICING:
- 125 g = CHF 16.00 (VAT included)
- 250 g = CHF 32.10 (VAT included)
- 500 g = CHF 64.10 (VAT included)
- Finca: Santa Isabel, Manizales
- Producer: Lina Londoño
- Altitude: 1,350 m above sea level
- Process: Washed
- SCA score: 85.75
FLAVOUR PROFILE: Aromas of milk and honey, accompanied by almonds and corozo. A creamy,
chocolatey flavor with bright acidity and a silky texture. Ideal for those who
appreciate complexity and smoothness in a cup.
BREWING METHOD: CATIOPE specialty coffee is well-suited for Flat White, Cappuccino, Filter Coffee and French Press.
REFERENCE PRICING:
- 125 g = CHF 13.30 (VAT included)
- 250 g = CHF 26.50 (VAT included)
- 500 g = CHF 53.00 (VAT included)
- Finca: La Primavera, San José
- Producer: Olga Bustamante
- Altitude: 1,640 m a.s.l
- Process: Honey
- SCA score: 86.75
FLAVOUR PROFILE: Cherries and wine, complemented by tropical fruit notes. Chocolatey flavor, accompanied by hints of citrus and plum. A mild, well-rounded coffee with depth – ideal for pour-over or as a balanced espresso.
BREWING METHOD: COLOMBIA HONEY specialty coffee is well-suited for Espresso, Flat White,
Cappuccino, Filter Coffee, and French Press.
REFERENCE PRICING:
- 125 g = CHF 14.90 (VAT included)
- 250 g = CHF 29.70 (VAT included)
- 500 g = CHF 59.45 (VAT included)
- Finca: El Bionimo, San José
- Producer: Cesar Osorio
- Altitude: 1,700 m a.s.l
- Process: Natural
- SCA score: 86.50
FLAVOUR PROFILE: Full-bodied profile hints of bread, plums, coconut and mint. On the palate, dominant notes of chocolate and red fruits emerge. Complex and intense variety. Ideal for those who appreciate character and fruitiness.
BREWING METHOD: CATURRA specialty coffee is well-suited for Espresso, Flat White, Cappuccino, Filter Coffee and French Press.
REFERENCE PRICING:
- 125 g = CHF 13.50 (VAT included)
- 250 g = CHF 27.10 (VAT included)
- 500 g = CHF 54.10 (VAT included)
- Finca: El Porvenir, Manizales
- Producer: Emilio Robledo
- Altitude: 1,350 m a.s.l
- Process: Washed
- SCA score: 84.00
FLAVOUR PROFILE: Cherries and wine, complemented by tropical fruit notes. Chocolatey flavor, accompanied by hints of citrus and plum. A mild, well-rounded coffee with depth – ideal for pour-over or as a balanced espresso.
BREWING METHOD: COLOMBIA WASHED specialty coffee is well-suited for Espresso, Flat White, Cappuccino, Filter Coffee and French Press.
REFERENCE PRICING:
- 125 g = CHF 9.90 (VAT included)
- 250 g = CHF 19.80 (VAT included)
- 500 g = CHF 39.60 (VAT included)
Every bean originates from the highlands of the Caldas region in Colombia – cultivated by selected partner fincas that prioritize sustainable farming, careful processing and exceptional quality.
- Choose your preferred coffee variety
- Sign-up below
- Our team will get in touch with you to ensure that you get your sample as quickly as possible
- Try our coffee using your usual equipment – or if you prefer, we’d be happy to taste it together within a tasting session.
- Share your honest feedback with us
- If you love your coffee as much as we do, then please support our Tapir Wildlife project
- Choose your preferred coffee variety
- Sign-up below
- Our team will get in touch with you to ensure that you get your sample as quickly as possible
- Try our coffee using your usual equipment – or if you prefer, we’d be happy to taste it together within a tasting session.
- Share your honest feedback with us
- If you love your coffee as much as we do, then please support our Tapir Wildlife project
What makes our specialty coffee so special?
All our coffee varieties are single sourced and handpicked coffee beans, which offer a wide range of sensory experiences – from floral, tea-like notes to vibrant fruity aromas.
Our first selection offers a glimpse of what is about to come:
- Unique quality standards
- Transparent coffee bean sourcing
- Respect for residents of the Caldas region and its surrounding nature
Finca - La Primavera
coffee cherries
In addition, all coffee varieties are evaluated and scored through an official Q-Grader. Only the finest beans make it into our final selection – and you can be a part of it!
Your feedback will help to shape the future of CALDAS.
Sign-up today in order to get a hold of one of our coffee samples!
Therefore, we do not charge anything – but kindly ask for a fair donation (in any case voluntary) to the Tapir Foundation - all contributions go 100% to our Tapir Foundation in Colombia supporting initiatives such as removing barbed wire at the WILD CAMPO Verde project site.
Single Source Specialty Coffee
Coffee sourced from single harvest and region – often from a specific farm or even micro lot. These coffees stand out for their traceable origin and distinctive flavor profiles.
Sustainable packaging with a unique design
Packaging plays a key role in specialty coffee: It protects the aroma, preserves freshness, and communicates important details about origin, roast and processing. As awareness grows, sustainable packaging becomes increasingly important.
Coffee varieties
Refers to the genetic subspecies of the coffee plant, such as Geisha, Caturra or Pink Bourbon. The variety significantly influences the coffee’s flavor, sweetness, acidity, and yield.
SCA-Score (coffee evaluation)
Using a scoring system (typically up to 100 points) used by Q-Graders or Cuppers to assess coffee quality.
- From 80 points a coffee is considered a specialty coffee
- 85+ points : very high quality
- 87+ points : excellent and rare
Arabica - The noble bean
Most widely cultivated coffee plant worldwide, renowned for its delicate flavors, lower caffeine content and superior quality compared to Robusta. Arabica primarily thrives at higher altitudes.
Rooted in Caldas. Crafted for the World.
At Caldas the whole supply chain and labour remains in Caldas, Colombia.
Our coffee is grown, handpicked, processed, and roasted right here, by local experts who know their craft. Even our packaging – including the custom-printed labels on every bag – is made entirely in Caldas. We proudly rely on local resources and expertise to bring you coffee that reflects the true spirit of Caldas, before sharing it with the world.
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