This coffee is from the Tolima region of Colombia, grown in high altitude terrain with cool mountain air and rich volcanic soil. It is processed using the natural method, which is unusual for this wet climate - farmers in Tolima have perfected this sun-dependent technique under nearly constant rainfall. The result is a clean, fruit-forward coffee with sweet stickiness and complex elegance, described as like drinking a big glass of tropical juice.
Hard Lines started as a small Aeropress pop up bar serving filter coffee in Cardiff and grew over several years into one of Wales's best known specialty roasters. The roastery operates out of Gwaelod y Garth, on the edge of the Brecon Beacons, using two Loring eco friendly roasters: an S35 Kestrel and an S15 Falcon. They run three locations in the Cardiff area, including a café in Penylan inspired by Italian neighbourhood coffee bars. The offering rotates with seasonal fresh crop arrivals, and the brand's distinctive smiley face identity was developed with designer Cadilane.
