Colombia Quindío Armenia Supremo Washed

Colombia Quindío Armenia Supremo Washed

The long-standing trade name "Armenia Supremo" — caramel, toasted almond, and red-apple sweetness with medium body and a balanced sweet-tart cup.

CaramelNuttyFruitySweet
VarietyCastillo, Caturra, Colombia Cultivar
ProcessingWashed
RoastMedium
Elevation1500 m
SCA Score84
EstateQuindío
OriginColombia

Flavor Description

Armenia is the capital of Quindío and a trading hub of the Coffee Axis. Supremos sold under this name open with caramel and toasted almond, brighten mid-palate with red apple and a hint of citrus, and finish on milk chocolate — balanced with nothing out of place.

Buying Tips

  • MAM's: Short for Medellín, Armenia, Manizales — the traditional commodity-market name for Colombian mild washed coffee
  • Varieties: Usually a mix of Castillo, Caturra, and Colombia, chosen for consistency
  • Harvests: Colombia has a main harvest plus the "Mitaca" fly crop — two harvests a year

Brewing Notes

  • Batch brewer: Medium grind, ratio 1:16 — very consistent in large batches
  • Cold brew: Medium roasts bring out pronounced caramel and nut sweetness

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