José Salazar | Colombia
Bright & Juicy
Papaya & Bergamot
Grind & Brew Guide
Brew & Grind Guides
☕ Grind Guide
Choose the grind that matches your brewer. Each grind is dialled to bring out balance, sweetness and clarity.
| Grind Type | Best For | Texture | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Freshest | Home grinders | Whole beans | Maximum freshness & full control. Grind right before brewing. |
| Espresso | Espresso machines | Fine (table salt) | Calibrated for a rich, syrupy shot and balanced crema under pressure. |
| Stovetop | Moka pot / stovetop | Medium-fine | A touch coarser than espresso for gentle pressure and chocolatey body. |
| Filter | Pour over, batch, Aeropress | Medium | Clean, balanced cups that highlight origin character. |
| Plunger / Cold Brew | French press / cold brew / immersion | Coarse (sea salt) | Slow, even extraction for a smooth, rounded brew. |
🔧 Brew Guide
| Method | Ratio | Brew Time | Water Temp | Pro Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Espresso | 1:2 (e.g. 20g → 40g out) | 25–30 sec | 93–95 °C | If the shot runs fast, go finer; if it chokes, go coarser. |
| Stovetop (Moka) | ~1:8 | Until gentle gurgle stops | 90–94 °C | Start with hot water to reduce bitterness; remove from heat early. |
| Filter / Pour Over | 1:15 (20g → 300g) | 2.5–3.5 min | 92–94 °C | Pour in slow circles; aim for flat bed and even drawdown. |
| Plunger / French Press | 1:14 | 4 min | ~93 °C | Stir, steep, skim the crust, then press slowly for a cleaner cup. |
| Whole Beans | — | — | — | Grind immediately before brewing to capture aromatics. |
Water quality matters. If possible, use filtered water (~75–150 ppm). Taste and tweak: finer grind = slower/stronger, coarser = faster/lighter.
COFFEE INFORMATION
This lot from José Salazar, one of our favourite producers, is 100% Bourbon Ají grown on the mountainsides of Bruselas, Pitalito. Through our partners Caravela, José has built a reputation for cultivating outstanding Bourbon varietals, and we’ve proudly selected his coffees since 2018.
Now in our sixth year of working together, his Pink Bourbon and Bourbon Ají remain highlights of our Producer Series. Named after the chili-like aroma of its ripe cherries, this Bourbon Ají is an exotic, aromatic cup with notes of papaya, panela, and lingering bergamot florals — a true showcase of Colombian excellence.
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Coffee Varietal: Bourbon Aji
Coffee Process: Washed
Harvest Year: January 2025
SOURCING PHILOSOPHY
We work with producers who care about the interplay between healthy soils, locally-adjusted varietals, thoughtful husbandry and careful picking and processing. Our coffee is about a good life for those who drink it and those who grow it.
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