We have raved about Bucaramanga coffees for some time now. And for a good reason. The variety of the crops is clearly differentiated, and they are excellent across the board.
The Santander Department is known for its natural, shade-grown coffees cultivated throughout the forests, where the rich volcanic soils, idyllic microclimates and average temps (68-71°F) are perfect for growing specialty grade arabica. The Bucaramanga El Gato is a true 17/18 screen Colombia Supremo green coffee, handpicked, washed and milled by the Northeastern Colombian Coffee Cooperative (Cooperativa Cafetera Del Nororiente Colombiano). In the cup it shines with a nice, medium body with a slightly creamy mouth feel, bold acidity, and notes of sweet orange, slight nutty almond and sweet vanilla on the finish.
This coffee is a little more delicate than other Colombians, so be careful not to burn it.
Try before you stock up with a 1/2 pound sample!
by Tim on April 12, 2020
One of the best Columbian beans I have ever tasted, especially when roasted to an oily dark color--really brings out the smooth chocolate flavor.
by Thomas Gresham on June 8, 2020
One of the best Colombians I have tasted. When roasted medium it is a full bodies coffee.
by Stephen C Russell on June 3, 2020
I got a 5 pound bag and just did my first roast this Sunday. Tastes great. Now I get to focus on my expected output. :)
by David on May 28, 2020
Full body roast very good at City or full city roast.
by @MikeSigers on January 19, 2020
I love almost every Colombian I've tried and this El Gato is as good as any ever have been! My Hive roaster brought out some nutty, almond notes and it has a very nice body and a pleasing aftertaste. This is a "special" bean in my book.
by Jason Lee on October 16, 2019
Awesome beans makes awesome coffee
by Colleen Reuba on August 29, 2019
This is one of my favorites.
by Herb on April 19, 2019
For a bold cup, this is my co-fav with the Indian Myzore Nuggets. Agree with above that need to take care not to burn. Love this Columbian
by pmacho81 on January 8, 2019
Taste was good, but inconsistency with quality of beans was disappointing, finding broken beans and even a piece or two of rocks. The Tanzania Peabury however was excellent.
by Anonymous on January 31, 2008
This is some of the best if not the best Columbian that I have had the pleasure to roast and drink,and I have tryed a lot of Columbians.It has it's own unique flavor.I roasted some at city roast and some at city++ and it was delightful.I am ordering more right now. George Thank you, George, for both the comments and the order.
by Anonymous on December 6, 2006
Wonderful 'sipping' coffee.
by Joe on April 14, 2020
I only buy Colunbian.........this is a good choice
by Campfire on March 1, 2019
Awesome bean right here. I roasted this over open flame just after the first crack so fairly light and let me just say - make this as a Cuban and it’ll be the best Cuban you’ve ever had. It’s already a well balanced bean - not too bright, just heavy enough and a little sweet on the palette and extracting it with the brown sugar makes an amazing Cuban.
by cahuff on August 29, 2018
This to me is the classic taste I am looking for. I've tried several types and while all are good, if someone told me I could only drink one type for the rest of my years this would be my pick. Roasted just into the second crack for about 10-15 seconds being careful not to burn. Beans were a nice even dark brown and at first I thought I should have gone further... but no.. it turned out to be a perfect brew. I'm ordering more today. Charles, This is my wife's favorite so we will always have it in stock! Thanks for your business! John
by Ed on July 26, 2018
I am looking for a low acid espresso, This coffee does have an acid taste very good lattes and caps
by Anonymous on March 17, 2007
I am a "newbie" at coffee roasting and up until this one, I was wandering around "green coffee bean land" (pre-Coffee Bean Corral) fairly disappointed. This was the one that changed all that. This is a GREAT cup of coffee and will remain a staple for me while I do some more experimenting. Full bodied, chocolaty and slightly sweet. Welcome to the Wonderful World of Home Coffee Roasting...Coffee Bean Corral style. Now that you have a good "everyday coffee", the fun begins (experimenting with other coffees) whenever you feel the urge. Thanks,Russ
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Home Coffee Roasting...Coffee Bean Corral style. Now that you have a good "everyday coffee", the fun begins (experimenting with other coffees) whenever you feel the urge. Thanks,Russ
by Pat on November 16, 2018
I roast this bean full city and full city + and we love it. It's a great coffee and worth putting on anyone's coffee go-to list.
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