La Pastora #2 from Colombia is a remarkable expression of balance between fruity vibrancy and chocolate sweetness. Roasted at Lighttell 68 for espresso, it reveals notes of red apple, cocoa, and caramel with a silky texture and a clean finish. A coffee that captures the refinement of Colombian craftsmanship in every sip.
Roasting Date: 2026-04-24
Variety:
Castillio 
Origin: Colombia
Region: Bolivar
Process: Washed
Cupping Score By Q-Grader: 86
Crop Year: 2025
La Pastora is grown in southwestern Colombia, in regions such as Huila and Nariño, where altitude and microclimate create coffees with delicate acidity and sweet finishes. Producers work with dedication and preserve traditional harvesting and processing methods that respect the plant and the land. This coffee is washed processed: ripe cherries are pulped and fermented in water for 36–48 hours before being washed and dried on raised beds. This gives clarity and brightness while maintaining the fruit’s natural sweetness. At Handpickers, we chose La Pastora #2 because it embodies the essence of a refined espresso — vibrant yet balanced, rich yet clean. A roast that reveals the chocolate-driven heart of Colombian coffee with a subtle fruity spark.
This extraction yields an espresso with a chocolate-laden body, caramel sweetness, and a clean finish. A cup that combines softness and vibrancy in pe
Coffee for us is a daily “ritual”. We managed to create a place where we would share our passion with you.
Grown at 1,600–1,900 m in Huila and Nariño. Harvested by hand from May to July at peak ripeness.
Washed method with 36–48 h fermentation and clean water washing.
Dried on raised beds for 10–15 days and hand-sorted by density.
Exported under vacuum-sealed bags to preserve freshness and aroma.
Roasted to Lighttell 68 for espresso sweetness and depth. Best after 20 days of rest.
