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LAS BRISAS PINK BOURBON
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Colombia Pink Bourbon Coffee (Washed) - Las Brisas
An exceptionally expressive Pink Bourbon from Brayan Smith, delivering an intensely expressive and complex cup of Red berries, Jasmine Florals, White Tea, Citrus & Rosemary.
Suitable for: Espresso & Filter Brewing
Best As: Filter (Black)
Flavour Characteristics
Red Berries, Orange Blossom, Jasmine Florals, White Tea, Citrus & Rosemary.
Origin & Producer Details
Producer: Brayan Smith
Farm: Las Brisas
Region: Pitalito, Huila, Colombia
Variety: Pink Bourbon (Variedad Rosado)
Process: Washed
Sourced via: Cofinet
Q-Score: 89
Recommended Rest
For the best tasting brew, we recommend enjoying this coffee between 24–57 days off roast. You can read more about resting coffee here.
About This Coffee
Harvesting & Cherry Selection
Brayan Smith, along with his team, harvest only the ripest cherries at Finca Las Brisas. After picking, the cherries are hand sorted and floated to remove any low density, underripe and defective cherries.
Controlled Fermentation
Once the coffee has been sorted, the cherries undergo a 30-hour controlled underwater fermentation, allowing Brayan to enhance the coffee's natural flavour profile without the fermentation running wild. This controlled fermentation allows for the gradual breakdown of the plant sugars and organic acids, further increasing the complexity of the coffee and setting the stage for a wonderful flavour profile.
The fermentation is limited to 30-hours, as beyond this, the coffee begins to develop other characteristics associated with fermentation, rather than express the natural flavour profile of the ripe Pink Bourbon cherries, resulting in an effervescent and fruit dominant cup profile.
Washing & Drying
After fermentation, the cherries are pulped and the mucilage is washed thoroughly away. The parchment is then spread out in thin layers on raised beds. The team turns the parchment consistently until the coffee has been dried to 10.5% moisture. These are then vacuumed into 12kg bricks, perfect for transportation. Brayan's green coffee is particularly aromatic, and usually results in an audible 'PHWOAR!' every time we open one of these bricks. He's an incredibly proficient producer and we're very pleased to be stocking such an incredible coffee!
About Pink Bourbon (Rosado)
Origin & Genetic Background
Pink Bourbon is named after its reddish-pink hue. Originally it was believed that Pink Bourbon was related to the Bourbon family (you can see where the name may come from now), but it was later discovered that Pink Bourbon (Although it has now become trendy to refer to this little number as Rosado these days), has little to no relation to the Bourbon family, and instead actually delineates from an Ethiopian Landrace, believing to have emerged as a natural mutation in the San Adolfo region of Huila, Colombia in around 1980.
Growing Conditions & Popularity
Pink Bourbon is perfectly suited to high altitude, stable, equatorial climates, making it ideal for growing in Huila. The cup score potential of Pink Bourbon is unbelievably high, and its easy availability makes it a favourite among baristas wishing to compete with at competitions.
Plant Characteristics
Pink Bourbon (Rosado) trees are typically medium stature, making them very easy to manage and harvest. The branches are less brittle than other varieties and the variety is also relatively resistant to certain diseases, such as Leaf Rust and Coffee Berry Disease.
Cup Profile & Characteristics
In general, Pink Bourbon is known to be like a sponge to its terroir, much like Sidra, but also carries its own set of defining hallmarks like Gesha. Classically, Pink Bourbon coffees have exceptionally high natural sweetness, high florality, a vibrant, typically red fruit or citric dominant acidity and a silky body.
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, The Best Coffee Scales, and our bench favourite, the Felicita Parallel.
Brewing tips
- Rest window: Follow the recommended 24–57 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 florals and citrus intensity.
- Espresso: Start with a longer ratio (e.g. 1:2.2–1:2.4) to showcase tropical characteristics.
- Best recipe: Orea v4, 15.5g coffee, 250g water, 2:20 brew time.
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FAQs
What does Pink Bourbon coffee taste like?
Pink Bourbon coffees are typically known for their high natural sweetness, vibrant acidity and expressive florality. In this lot from Las Brisas, expect a complex cup of red berries, orange blossom, jasmine florals, white tea, citrus and rosemary.
Is Pink Bourbon related to Bourbon coffee?
Despite the name, Pink Bourbon has little to no relation to the Bourbon family. It is now believed to originate from an Ethiopian Landrace mutation that emerged in Huila, Colombia.
Is this coffee better for filter or espresso?
This coffee is suitable for both espresso and filter brewing, but it is best enjoyed as filter (black) to fully express its clarity, florality and layered fruit characteristics.
How long should I rest this coffee?
For the best tasting brew, we recommend enjoying this coffee between 24–57 days off roast. This allows the flavours to fully develop and stabilise.
What brew ratio should I start with?
For filter brewing, start with a 1:16–1:17 ratio and a medium-fine grind. For espresso, a slightly longer ratio such as 1:2.2–1:2.4 works well to highlight the coffee’s fruit-forward profile.
What makes this Pink Bourbon special?
This lot from Brayan Smith stands out due to its controlled 30-hour underwater fermentation, which enhances complexity while preserving the natural characteristics of the Pink Bourbon cherries. The result is an exceptionally expressive and refined cup.
Can I drink this coffee as espresso?
Yes, this coffee works well as espresso. However, due to its delicate and expressive profile, it shines best as a filter brew where its clarity and florality are more pronounced.
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