This coffee is an SL-28 variety grown at La Terraza Estate in the Huila region of Colombia at an altitude of 1200-1600 meters. It is processed using a low intervention washed method. The flavor profile features notes of apricot, lemon candy, lime zest, salted caramel, and delicate floral aromatics. This coffee is characterized by bright citrusy acids and a balanced sweetness, making it well-suited for various brewing methods.
Pair Cupworks is a specialty micro roastery in Mesa, Arizona, founded by Kimhak Em and Eugenia Tai. Kimhak brings over 30 years of food service experience and a culinary background; Eugenia combines structural engineering with commercial illustration and handles the brand's visual identity. They began roasting in 2017, initially selling beans online while working day jobs, and opened their first coffee bar in 2020. Food & Wine Magazine named them Best Coffee Roaster in the state in 2022. They roast in small batches with the goal of developing clean flavours that respect the work of farmers and producers. Wholesale clients now stretch across the US and into Europe and Asia.