Natural SL28 – Finca Betania, Colombia by Maria Eugenio Rodriguez

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This is a jammy and syrupy SL28 grown in the highlands of Huila, Colombia, with flavors of wild berries, hibiscus, grapes, and a clean tangerine finish. A rare take on the Kenyan-born SL28 variety, cultivated with care and precision by Maria Rodriguez at her farm, Finca Betania. Producer and Farm • Producer: Maria Eugenio Rodriguez • Farm: Finca Betania • Region: Palestina, Huila • Altitude: 1650 masl • Variety: SL28 Maria has earned recognition in Colombia’s Cup of Excellence competitions, where her coffees have consistently stood out for their clarity and structure. At Finca Betania, she works closely with her team to refine harvest and processing practices, ensuring every lot expresses both terroir and varietal character. Process Details The SL28 is harvested at peak ripeness and carefully floated to remove defective cherries. The cherries are then depulped without water and left for a 48-hour dry fermentation, which develops depth and fruit complexity. After fermentation, the co