Popayán is located in the department of Cauca at 1,700 maslThis regions topography is perfect to grow exceptional coffee!The Meseta de Popayan is sheltered by the Andes mountain range which helps generate homogeneous climatic and altitudinal characteristics. The result is a balanced cup profile with floral and caramel notes. Cofinet collaborates with approximately 65 growers who contribute to this program and building long-term relationships. This program encourages farmers to focus on quality and based on quality assessment Cofinet provide up to 20% premiums above the market price. What is EA?Ethyl Acetate is an ester that is found naturally in fruits and vegetables such as bananas, apples and coffee. Green coffee is first soaked in water and then steamed in order to expand the cells of the bean, the liquid solvent is then circulated through a bed of the moist green coffee, removing most of the caffeine. The solvent is then recaptured in an evaporator, and the beans are washed with water.
