History

Israel Jamioy is a second-generation coffee producer from the Inga Indigenous community of Aponte, Nariño, Colombia, where coffee has become a symbol of resilience, cultural identity and a brighter future. Working within the collectively governed Resguardo Inga de Aponte, Israel is part of a community that has transformed its agricultural landscape, replacing illegal crops with coffee cultivation. Despite significant challenges, including a devastating landslide in 2024, the community remains deeply committed to its land and coffee-growing traditions.

This washed lot showcases Israel’s careful approach to processing, beginning with the selection and flotation of ripe cherries, followed by a 24-hour whole-cherry fermentation in sealed bags. After depulping, the coffee undergoes a further 24-hour fermentation before being washed and dried on African raised beds. Grown in the high-altitude mountains of Nariño, where fertile soils and ideal growing conditions support exceptional coffee production, this coffee reflects both the distinctive character of its origin and the dedication of a producer helping shape the future of Aponte. In the cup expect notes of cherries, milk chocolate and berries.

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