elevenses ~ Colombia Alianza Verde Coffee Beans 200g

Roasted in small batches by a Calder Valley roaster, this coffee has flavour & aroma notes of milk chocolate, butterscotch, brazil nut and crumble topping... plus golden raisin as the coffee cools.

Country: Colombia
Region: Planadas, Tolima
Process: Washed
Varietals: Bourbon, Castillo, Caturra & Variedad Colombia
Altitude: 1600-2000 metres above sea level

Nestled in the Central Colombia Andes mountains, between the Parques Nacionales Natural Nevado and the Parque Nacional Natural Cordillera De Los Pichachos, Tolima is one of Colombia's most isolated coffee-producing regions. Accessible primarily through the town of Coyaima via dirt roads, it's a challenging 12-hour journey from Ibague, the provincial capital.
The Planadas area of Tolima is home to 48 coffee-producing hamlets, encompassing 6,821 small farms ranging from 0.5 to 6 hectares. These communities are renowned, and now gaining recognition, for producing some of Colombia’s finest Specialty Micro-lot coffees.
Enriched volcanic soils and fresh mountain streams contribute to the unique terroir of the region.

This Colombian coffee is brought to you by Omwani Coffee’s sourcing partner, The Green Collection.
Founded in 2011 by John Frater, The Green Collection brings over 25 years of passion and expertise to the world of coffee. With a deep commitment to sustainability, traceability, and social responsibility, they work directly with farms and partners throughout Tolima, Colombia. Their mission is clear: to produce environmentally conscious coffee that fosters both social and economic development for farming communities.
The Green Collection specializes in sourcing exceptional Single Origin micro-lots, ensuring that each coffee tells the story of its origin and offers a fair return to the farmer. From the towering mountains of Tolima to the unique terroir of Huila, their coffees are a true reflection of the rich diversity of Colombia’s landscapes and people.

Many thanks to John at The Green Collection for allowing me to use his excellent images