Harmony Coffee Roaster
JAIRO ARCILA CHIROSO
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Flavour Characteristics
An exceptionally expressive natural Chiroso from Jairo Arcila, delivering a complex, flavourful cup of Clementine, Honeydew melon, Eucalyptus, Vanilla and Rosemary.
- Best As: Filter Coffee / Black espresso drinks
- Flavour Profile: Clementine, Honeydew melon, Eucalyptus, Vanilla, Rosemary
Origin & Producer Details
- Producer: Jairo Arcila
- Farm: Santa Monica
- Origin: Colombia
- Region: Armenia, Quindío
- Variety: Chiroso
- Process: Natural
Suitable For & Recommended Rest
Suitable for: Espresso & filter brew methods
Recommended rest: For the best tasting results, we recommend brewing this particular coffee 24–40 days off roast. Read our full guide to resting coffee.
About This Coffee
The Producer: Jairo Arcila
Jairo Arcila, a third-generation coffee grower from Quindío, Colombia, began his journey in 1987 with Finca La Esmeralda and his first Caturra lot. Balancing a full-time role as a mill manager with his passion for coffee, he honed his craft for over 40 years until retiring in 2019. His dedication led to the expansion of his holdings by five additional farms and created essential job opportunities during the harvest season.
Family and Coffee Legacy
Working alongside his wife, Luz Helena Salazar, and their two sons, Carlos and Felipe—who are now co-founders of Cofinet and specialists in specialty coffee—Jairo has elevated his coffee production to new heights. With guidance from his sons, he has refined the picking, sorting, and processing techniques across his farms, now producing exotic varieties like Chiroso, Pink Bourbon, Java, Papayo, and Gesha. Beyond coffee, Jairo's farms yield an array of other crops, and his day starts with a hearty breakfast complemented by his own exceptional brew, all while cherishing time with his family.
Farming and Community Impact
Beyond coffee, Jairo’s farms are rich with other crops, including mandarin, orange, plantain, and banana, all of which contribute to the economic vitality of his community. His dedication to quality and sustainability is matched by his commitment to providing jobs during the harvest season, directly impacting the lives of those around him.
Daily Life and Philosophy
Grounded in tradition yet always looking forward, Jairo balances his passion for coffee with a deep love for family, starting each day with a nourishing breakfast and the company of his loved ones.
About Coffee Growing in Quindío, Colombia
Quindío is one of Colombia's most celebrated coffee growing regions — known for its rich volcanic soils, high-altitude climate, and breathtaking landscapes. The region is home to many world-leading coffee farms that produce exceptionally high-quality coffees, thanks to year-round stable temperatures that encourage slow maturation of the coffee cherries, resulting in pronounced sweetness, clarity, and vibrant acidity.
Located within a UNESCO World Heritage site as part of the Coffee Cultural Landscape of Colombia, Quindío has also become a hub for innovation, with many producers adopting experimental processing and advanced fermentation techniques to push the boundaries of coffee output and quality.
What is the Chiroso Coffee Variety?
Chiroso is a rare Arabica coffee variety recognized for its exceptional cup quality, complex and intense florals, and delicate, silky body. Originally thought to be a mutation of Bourbon or Caturra, recent genetic research indicates that Chiroso likely derives from Ethiopian landraces.
While historically grown almost exclusively in regions like Antioquia and Caldas, Chiroso's rising popularity has led to its expansion into other celebrated Colombian growing regions, including Quindío.
Chiroso's Unique Flavour Profile
Chiroso produces expressive, high-clarity coffees characterized by pronounced florality, citrusy acidity, a distinct herbaceous note, pronounced sweetness, and a silky body. This profile has led many to draw comparisons to Gesha and Sidra varieties.
How to Brew This Coffee
Dial In With Accuracy
Because this coffee is expressive and fruit-forward, accurate dose and yield help you hit the sweet spot. We strongly recommend using a reliable scale — see our guide to the best coffee scales and our bench favourite, the Felicita Parallel.
Brewing Tips
- Rest window: Follow the recommended 24–40 days off roast for best clarity and balance.
- Filter brewing: Start with a 1:16–1:17 ratio and a medium-fine grind, adjusting to balance floral notes and citrus intensity.
- Espresso: Start with a longer ratio, such as 1:2.2–1:2.4, to showcase tropical fruit characteristics and sweetness.
- Starting recipe: Orea V4, 15.5g coffee, 250g water, target brew time ~2:20.
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