Description
This is Sebastián’s family coffee a small-batch production from a multi-generational farm in
Miraflores, Gigante, Huila, Colombia. Sebastián, a valued member of the Burman Coffee team,
brings his family’s lifelong dedication to coffee directly to your roaster. Every bean is hand-selected his
parents still sort the coffee bean by bean and the lot is shipped by air to preserve peak freshness.
Grown between 1,600 and 1,900 meters in the Andean highlands of Huila, this
Castillo Arabica undergoes a meticulous washed process that produces a remarkably
clean, balanced cup. The family has refined this method across three generations from Sebastián’s grandparents
who planted the first trees, to his father who perfected the craft, to the new generation now carrying that legacy
across borders.
The result is an exceptionally versatile coffee: bright florals and citrus at lighter roasts,
richer chocolate and deeper body at darker levels always clean, always sweet. A true expression of Huila’s
volcanic soils, generous rainfall, and the care that only a family operation can provide.
Flavor Profile
Floral • Orange Citrus • Caramel
Chocolate • Walnut • Black Tea
A clean, expressive profile that evolves beautifully across roast levels. Expect bright florals and citrus on the
lighter end, transitioning into deeper chocolate, walnut, and round sweetness as the roast develops.Floral aromaticsOrange citrusCaramel sweetnessChocolate depthWalnut finishClean cup
Roasting Notes
Versatile Castillo — Beautiful at Every Roast Level
For filter brewing, target City to City+ to preserve floral perfume and citrus clarity.
For espresso, City+ to Full City brings forward chocolate, body, and balanced sweetness.
This washed Castillo responds best to steady, even heat — avoid rushing development through first crack.
Resting recommendation: 5–7 days for peak clarity and sweetness.
Tasting / Roasting Snapshots
Light Roast
Medium body • Caramel & walnut • Intense floral perfume • Orange citrus • Herbal hints • Subtle spice
Acidity
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Medium Roast
Structured • Chocolate & lemon • Persistent walnut • Lively acidity • Balanced sweetness
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Dark Roast
Robust body • Deep chocolate • Black tea hint • Moderate acidity • Exceptional cleanliness
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The Farm
Finca Familia Juanito
Nestled in Miraflores, Gigante, this family farm cultivates Castillo Arabica at elevations of
1,600–1,900 meters. Three generations of knowledge shape every step of production — from
selective harvesting to a carefully refined washed process. Each lot is hand-sorted for outstanding consistency,
cleanliness, and sweetness in the cup.
The Region
Huila, Colombia
Huila is Colombia’s most celebrated coffee department, shaped by Andean elevations, volcanic soils, and the
Magdalena River basin. Gigante consistently produces coffees known for bright acidity,
complex aromatics, and pronounced sweetness — all hallmarks of this clean,
expressive lot.
Seasonality — Harvest (Colombia, Southern)
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Quick Specs
| Variety | Castillo (Arabica) |
| Process | Washed |
| Altitude | 1,600–1,900 m |
| Region | Gigante, Huila — Colombia |
| Harvest | Late July 2025 |
| Shipping | Air-shipped for peak freshness |
What Makes This Coffee Special
From Huila to the World
What truly makes this coffee special is the fusion of tradition and modern precision: a family legacy that has
adapted to evolving cultivation and processing techniques without losing its identity. Every sip opens a window into
Huila’s vibrant climate, generations of dedication, and the clarity of a beautifully executed washed process.
Family Tradition
Three generations of coffee-growing knowledge rooted in Miraflores, Gigante.
Hand-Selected
Sorted bean by bean for a clean, sweet, and consistent roasting experience.
Peak Freshness
Air-shipped small lots preserve brightness, sweetness, and aromatic detail.
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