Bourbons Blend – Washed – SCA 85.75
$36.00
Origin: El Águila, Valle del Cauca
Varietal: Premium Bourbon Blend
Process: Washed
SCA Score: 85.75
Tasting Notes: Floral, Citric acidity, Red fruits, Dark chocolate, Lime
A harmonious blend of Bourbon varietals delivering balanced complexity. Bright citrus and red fruit notes interweave with dark chocolate depth, creating a versatile cup that satisfies both adventurous and traditional palates. Classic coffee character elevated to specialty-grade excellence.
| Weight | 12 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5 × 3 × 10 in |
| Select Process | Washed |
| Size | 340g (12 oz), 500g (17.6 oz) |
About This Coffee
The Bourbons Blend represents the art of coffee blending at its finest. By combining select Bourbon varietal lots, we’ve created a cup that balances brightness, sweetness, and depth in harmonious complexity. This blend achieves what single origins sometimes cannot – consistent excellence across multiple flavor dimensions.
SCA-certified cuppers have scored this blend at 85.75 points, confirming its specialty-grade status and recognizing the skill required to create a balanced, complex blend that exceeds the sum of its parts.
Tasting Profile
This blend delivers a sophisticated balance of bright, fruity notes with deeper chocolate undertones, creating a versatile cup that evolves beautifully as it cools.
Acidity: Bright and citric, with lime and red fruit vibrancy
Body: Medium to medium-full, with smooth texture
Sweetness: Balanced and clean, with floral and chocolate notes
Finish: Long and satisfying, transitioning from fruit to chocolate
Tasting Notes: Floral, citric acidity, red fruits, dark chocolate, lime
The Art of Blending
While single-origin coffees showcase specific terroir characteristics, blending allows for the creation of complexity and balance that transcends individual lots. This Bourbons Blend combines:
- Bright, citric lots for vibrancy and complexity
- Floral, aromatic lots for elegance
- Fruit-forward lots for sweetness and interest
- Chocolate-rich lots for depth and body
The result is a coffee that offers something new with each sip – bright citrus on the front, red fruit sweetness in the middle, and dark chocolate depth in the finish.
Origin & Terroir
Region: El Águila, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
Farm: Llanogrande
Varietal: Bourbons Blend
Altitude: 1820 – 1870 meters above sea level
Soil: Volcanic, mineral-rich
About Bourbon
Bourbon is one of coffee’s most important and respected varietals. A natural mutation of Typica discovered on Réunion Island (formerly Bourbon Island) in the Indian Ocean, Bourbon has become a cornerstone of specialty coffee worldwide.
Bourbon is prized for:
- Balanced, sweet cup profile
- Complex flavor potential
- Clean, refined characteristics
- Consistent quality when grown at altitude
Colombian-grown Bourbon benefits from ideal altitude, volcanic soil, and expert cultivation, producing coffees that exemplify why this varietal has remained relevant for centuries.
SCA Score: 85.75
This blend has been evaluated by Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) certified cuppers and scored 85.75 points out of 100, placing it in the specialty-grade category (80-84.99) and approaching exceptional status (85+). This score reflects the blend’s balance, complexity, and clean profile.
Brewing Recommendations
The Bourbons Blend’s balanced profile makes it exceptionally versatile across brewing methods.
Recommended Methods:
Pour Over (V60, Kalita, Chemex) – Highlights complexity and clarity
French Press – Emphasizes body and chocolate
Drip Coffee Maker – Excellent for daily brewing
Espresso – Balanced and sweet with good crema
Pro Tip: This blend’s versatility makes it ideal for experimentation. Try different brewing methods to discover which expression you prefer – bright and fruity (pour over) or rich and chocolatey (French press).
Why Don Gildo
Specialty-grade coffee with verified SCA scores | Expert blending for balanced complexity | Direct relationships with Bourbon producers | Transparent sourcing and quality verification | Versatile profiles for every preference | Fast shipping throughout the United States
Ideal For
Daily coffee drinkers seeking specialty quality | Those who appreciate balanced, versatile coffees | Espresso and milk-based drink applications
Offices and shared brewing environments | Anyone new to specialty coffee | Gifts for coffee lovers with varied tastes | Brewing method experimentation
Freshness Delivered to Your Door
At Don Gildo Coffee, we believe that freshness is the soul of a great cup. All our Colombian Single Origin coffees are carefully packed and shipped directly from our Miami facility to ensure they reach you at peak flavor.
Order Processing & Delivery
- Processing Time: Orders are typically processed and dispatched within 1 to 2 business days.
- Standard Shipping: Once shipped, expect your coffee to arrive within 3 to 5 business days anywhere in the contiguous United States.
- Tracking Your Order: You will receive a confirmation email with a tracking link as soon as your package is handed over to our shipping carrier.
Note: We currently ship exclusively within the United States. Shipping rates are calculated automatically at checkout based on your delivery ZIP code to give you the most accurate price.
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