Kiss the Hippo Colombia, Virginia Salazar 250G

Pink Bourbon is one of our favorite varieties here at Kiss the Hippo. This much-discussed cultivar was once believed to be a natural local mutation of red bourbon, with cherries maturing to a pink hue. However, recent genetic testing has revealed its origins in Ethiopia, which explains its delightful floral and intense fruit flavors. 

This particular lot comes from Virginia Salazar, a newcomer for us, located in the heart of the traditional coffee-growing triangle in Quindio, Colombia. This coffee features a traditional washed profile with an extended fermentation process designed by our good friend Felipe Arcilia of Jardines De Eden. The whole coffee cherries undergo open-air fermentation for 24 hours, followed by 50 hours in sealed containers under strict temperature control. They are then pulped, washed, and dried on African raised beds until they reach 11% moisture. The result is an extremely vibrant, clean, and floral coffee with notes of white grape, lemongrass, strawberry, pineapple, and panela. Perfect over ice and a great way to kick off the British summer!