Santiago Quiroga // COLOMBIA

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From The Importer

Grown in the heart of Colombia’s Quindio region, this natural Tabi showcases the vibrant flavours made possible through careful cultivation at high elevation and a thorough natural process. At 1750 masl, Santiago Quiroga’s Finca Florencia provides the ideal conditions for this Tabi variety to flourish. Sun-dried with precision and care, the cherries are selected at peak ripeness, encouraging a bright, fruit-forward cup profile. Expect layered notes of red fruits, strawberry, caramel, and tropical sweetness–all wrapped in a creamy body. 

What makes this coffee truly stand out is Alma Silvestre’s dedication to clean eco-conscious farming and micro-lot precision. The result is a beautifully balanced cup with a long caramel finish and refreshing citric acidity. With no shortcuts in processing and a commitment to preserving the unique identity of each varietal, this Tabi delivers a dynamic and memorable experience in every brew.

The Florencia farm stands out for its commitment to eco-friendly practices. By using 100% solar drying and avoiding herbicides, the farm not only protects the local ecosystem but also ensures a sustainable production process. Their state-of-the-art water-saving equipment significantly reduces water usage, allowing the farm to save money that is reinvested into other green practices, making their production even more sustainable.

This balance of eco-conscious innovation and traditional hand-picking methods sets Alma Silvestre apart from other specialty coffees. Santiago Quiroga’s dedication to sustainability means that every cup combines the best of Quindio with the expertise of his team, resulting in a high-quality, ethically produced coffee that both roasters and consumers can enjoy.

Alma Silvestre focuses on growing specialty coffee blending traditional methods with sustainable practices to produce high-quality coffee. They avoid the use of agricultural herbicides and have put in place eco-friendly techniques like solar drying and manual weed control, preserving Quindio’s coffee heritage while keeping very high standards.

Founded by Santiago Quiroga after the COVID pandemic, he left corporate life in Bogotá to manage and elevate his father’s farm La Florencia, in Quindío, Colombia. His mission is to maintain Colombian coffee's reputation as one of the best in the world, and he’s doing an amazing job at it.