{"product_id":"colombia-excelso-huila-ea-decaf","title":"COLOMBIA - EXCELSO - HUILA - EA DECAF","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"20\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"18\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eCOFFEE PROFILE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"454\" data-start=\"22\"\u003eA smooth and balanced decaf that highlights the bright, nuanced character of Colombia’s high-grown Arabica. Aromas of cocoa and soft spice lead into flavours of milk chocolate, red apple, and subtle caramel, complemented by a medium body and clean, lingering finish. Naturally decaffeinated using the EA Process, this coffee preserves the vibrant expression of Huila while offering a comforting caffeine-free experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"459\" data-start=\"456\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"483\" data-start=\"461\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"481\" data-start=\"461\"\u003eAbout the Coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"907\" data-start=\"485\"\u003eColombia Excelso Huila EA Decaf is sourced from smallholder farmers across Huila, one of Colombia’s most celebrated coffee regions. Known for its rich volcanic soils, high altitudes, and diverse microclimates, Huila produces coffees with clarity, sweetness, and complexity. This decaf lot is carefully selected to maintain the integrity of origin character while offering a versatile cup suitable for espresso or filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"912\" data-start=\"909\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"946\" data-start=\"914\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"944\" data-start=\"914\"\u003eCultivation and Processing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1243\" data-start=\"948\"\u003eCoffee in Huila thrives between 1,500 and 1,900 masl, where slow cherry maturation enhances sugar development and flavour depth. Farmers grow primarily Caturra, Castillo, and Bourbon varietals, cultivated using traditional methods and hand-harvested to ensure only ripe cherries are processed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1554\" data-start=\"1245\"\u003eAfter harvest, the cherries are fully washed and sun-dried on patios or raised beds. The green coffee is then shipped for decaffeination, which removes 99.9% of caffeine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1559\" data-start=\"1556\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1596\" data-start=\"1561\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1594\" data-start=\"1561\"\u003eThe Legacy of Coffee in Huila\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1941\" data-start=\"1598\"\u003eCoffee cultivation is central to Huila’s culture and economy, with many smallholder families dedicating generations to the craft. Despite challenges such as leaf rust and market fluctuations, the region has maintained a reputation for high-quality, specialty coffees through cooperative structures, certifications, and sustainable practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2120\" data-start=\"1943\"\u003eCoffees like Excelso Huila EA Decaf demonstrate that careful sourcing and processing can deliver the signature vibrancy and clarity of Colombian coffee, even without caffeine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2125\" data-start=\"2122\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2411\" data-start=\"2127\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2144\" data-start=\"2127\"\u003eCOFFEE GRADE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excelso \u003cbr data-end=\"2172\" data-start=\"2169\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2181\" data-start=\"2172\"\u003eFARM:\u003c\/strong\u003e Various smallholders\u003cbr data-end=\"2205\" data-start=\"2202\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2218\" data-start=\"2205\"\u003eVARIETAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caturra, Castillo, Bourbon\u003cbr data-end=\"2248\" data-start=\"2245\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2263\" data-start=\"2248\"\u003ePROCESSING:\u003c\/strong\u003e EA Process Decaf\u003cbr data-end=\"2308\" data-start=\"2305\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2321\" data-start=\"2308\"\u003eALTITUDE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,500–1,900 masl\u003cbr data-end=\"2341\" data-start=\"2338\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2351\" data-start=\"2341\"\u003eOWNER:\u003c\/strong\u003e Various smallholder farmers\u003cbr data-end=\"2382\" data-start=\"2379\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2393\" data-start=\"2382\"\u003eREGION:\u003c\/strong\u003e Huila, Colombia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2416\" data-start=\"2413\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2437\" data-start=\"2418\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2435\" data-start=\"2418\"\u003eCupping Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2589\" data-start=\"2439\"\u003eAromas of cocoa and soft spice. 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