Maria Belen Diaz - Huila, Colombia

María Belén Díaz is the daughter of a coffee grower, and she has been connected to coffee her entire life. She has been producing specialty coffee for over 12 years. Additionally, she worked for several years as a coffee quality analyst in the department of Cauca, Colombia, where she developed cupping skills and acquired knowledge that led her to focus on coffee production. María Belén Díaz is one of the 96 women who are part of the Huila Condor Project and was one of the first women in the region to obtain a certification in coffee processing from The Forest Academy in 2024. PROCESSING Coffee begins with the meticulous selection of ripe Pink Bourbon cherries, ensuring exceptional quality. The beans undergo a 24-hour pre-fermentation in cherry, followed by a 36-hour anaerobic fermentation in bags, which enhances their unique flavor profile. The drying process takes place on raised beds for 15 days, ensuring optimal moisture levels. This semi-washed process results in a vibrant and complex flavor profile with notes of citric acid, floral, green apple, green tea, and tangerine. Maria’s Pink Bourbon coffee exemplifies her dedication and expertise in coffee processing, offering a distinctive and delightful coffee experience. This coffee has been imported by the team at Forest Coffee. Tasting Notes: Floral, matcha, green apple, tangerine Origin: Huila, Colombia Producer: Maria Belen Diaz Altitude: 1800 masl Cultivar: Pink Bourbon Process: 36-hour anaerobic fermentation before semi-washed