This Colombian single-origin coffee is from Finca El Placer in Quindío region, grown by farmer Sebastian Ramirez at 1,744 meters elevation. The Gesha variety undergoes white honey processing with controlled fermentation. Ripe and semi-ripe cherries are sorted and subjected to anaerobic fermentation in 200-liter tanks with CO2 injection for 48 hours at 18°C, followed by controlled drying under shade nets. The cup features complex floral notes and develops subtle nuances, particularly after extended rest.
Brian Zhou runs Thoughtful Coffee as a one person nanoroaster operation in Brooklyn, New York. A software engineer by profession, Zhou financed an Aillio Bullet home roaster and built the business around three core values: transparency in pricing and process, humane relationships over profit maximization, and strict quality control. The focus is on small batch light roasts with floral, fruity, and complex profiles, sourcing unusual and distinctively processed coffees at accessible prices. Zhou documents his roasting process and collects customer feedback openly through a Substack publication, making the entire operation as legible as possible.
