Colombian Cafisur
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DESCRIPTION
Grower: CAFISUR Coop
Profile: Toasted Vanilla & Cocoa Nib
Varietal: Caturra, Castillo
Process: Washed
Aroma: Nutty & Chocolate
Body: Medium & Velvety
Finish: Smooth & Mellow
The Cooperativa de Caficultores del Sur del Tolima (CAFISUR) is a cooperative from the Tolima coffee-growing region located in the central part of the Colombian Andes. Cooperatives like CAFISUR receive stable and fair prices and benefit from their contributions to social development programs, especially when the coffee market suffers worrisome lows.
VMCT has engaged in a new project in this region of Colombia. The project is to empower women and gender equity in Colombia's post-armed conflict zones. VMCT has partnered with the CAFISUR Cooperative, the FCLI (a Canadian government fund), Agro Café and, The Coffee Source.
CAFISUR Project Background
Vail Mountain Coffee and Tea Co has been purchasing coffee from the CAFISUR Tolima Cooperative for the last 4 years and wanted to be more involved in the community that produces such amazing quality coffee.
Main Needs
- General lack of technical expertise in processing and harvesting coffee
- Lack of physical assets to successfully mill coffee.
- Living Conditions are very poor with deteriorating structures and poor shelter.
- Several women have not been able to formally legalize the ownership of their estates
Goals
- Improvement of wet mill systems providing de-pulping equipment and new fermentation tanks.
- Create adequate pulp and waste water management systems
- Provide training programs focusing on quality, processing and sustainable harvesting.
- Provide technical assistance to increase productivity
- Increase quality of life along with psychosocial support and gender empowerment
BEST BREWED WITH
Drip Brewer, French Press, Pour Over, Chemex.
HOW TO BREW
ROASTED AT ALTITUDE
All our beans are roasted on-site in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. At high altitude, the lower roasting temperatures allow the natural sugars in the coffee beans to caramelize slowly. This unique process creates deep, rich flavor profiles and smooth textures — without the bitterness.
RESPONSIBLY SOURCED
At VMCT, we take pride in fostering direct relationships with growers to ensure that every coffee bean and tea leaf we source is responsibly cultivated. We’re committed to ethical, organic, and sustainable practices, understanding that certification standards can vary across the globe. That’s why we go the extra mile to research and verify that our producers meet rigorous organic and bio-dynamic farming standards. For us, it’s not just about great coffee and tea — it’s about honoring the land and the people who bring it to life.
SHIPPING & PICK UP
We proudly offer free shipping on USA order over $35. Orders under $35 have a fixed shipping rate of $10.
Orders are shipped via Standard Ground and typically arrive in 2 to 7 business days. Orders are typically dispatched within 24 hours (unless it's a powder day in which case - you get it).
If you're local, or visiting town, pickup can be arranged from our Roastery Cafe (23698 US Highway 24, Minturn CO) typically within 24 hours. Just make sure you select that option at checkout.
