El Meson Summer Harvest, Colombia

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El Meson Summer Harvest, Colombia Access Denied The site owner may have set restrictions that prevent you from accessing the site. Please contact the site owner for access. Protected by MIDA Free Shipping on all orders $50 or more in the continental United States! Coffee Shop by roast All Coffees Espresso Decaf Light Limited Roasts Dark Medium Subscriptions Limited Roasts Shop Now Gear Gear Brewers Grinders Filters Scales Kettles Espresso Tools Cleaning Accessories Mugs & Tumblers Apparel Books on Coffee Anniversary Merch Brewers, Grinders, Apparel and More! Read More Education Education OUR NEW LOOK Brew Guides Classes For the Love of Coffee Coffee Countries Notes from George Roast Profiles Freezing Coffee Artwork Farms and Tours Subscribe today! Gift Cards Locations About Us Gift Cards Locations About Us El Meson Summer Harvest, Colombia Cherry, White Honey, Rose $42.00 El Meson Acevedo, Huila, Colombia Process Washed Varietal Pink Bourbon Harvest July 2025 Elevation 5,600 ft Subscribe & Save One-time Order Adding... ABOUT THE FARM Farm El Meson Country Colombia Region Acevedo, Huila Continent South America Producer Luz "Sandy" Divia Fierro Variety Pink Bourbon Process Washed Elevation 5,600 ft Harvest July 2025 Brew Method Drip BEHIND EVERY DROP FARM INFORMATION El Mesón embodies the vibrant spirit of a new generation in Colombian coffee farming. At the heart of their work is a remarkable variety called Pink Bourbon. Despite its name, it’s not a Bourbon at all. With its cherries ripening to a distinctive orange-pink hue, this variety is a recent migrant from Ethiopia. It sets itself apart with subtle notes of cherry, and white honey, with delicate florals that feel both rare and unforgettable. In October 2024, we had the privilege of visiting Finca El Mesón, where Luz Divia Fierro, affectionately known as “Sandy,” and her husband Elpidio (“Pillo”) are cultivating something truly special. On land that once held cattle, they’ve built a thriving coffee farm with over 46,000 Pink Bourbon trees. From the very first cupping, their coffee stopped we in our tracks. The clarity, the balance, and especially the delicate floral notes were striking and surprising — these flavors are rarely found with such consistency. It was immediately clear that this quality was not just luck but the outcome of meticulous care of Sandy and Pillo: from handpicking each cherry to the slow, patient drying process on rooftop beds. But what moved us as deeply as the coffee itself was their story. Sandy and Pillo represent a new generation of producers in southern Huila. While rooted in family traditions, they are boldly carving out their own path with vision and intention. Their farm is a world of its own, a living ecosystem where alongside coffee they grow plantains, yucca, and sugarcane, raise cattle, and are raising their three children on the very same land. It’s a model of sustainability, built on heritage and innovation. Of course, producing coffee of this caliber takes more than passion, it takes people. Skilled pickers hike steep hillsides, harvesting cherry by cherry. Yet too often, these pickers remain the invisible backbone of coffee - underpaid, overlooked, and left out of the protections and benefits that should come with their work. That’s why, when we learned about The Pickers Project, we committed to paying higher prices for El Meson’s coffee. The Pickers Project is a not-for-profit organization with a threefold goal of ending worker exploitation in coffee, solving farmers' labor issues, and improving quality. This program helps provide fair wages, legal protections, healthcare, and training, ensuring that the people behind exceptional coffees receive the recognition and dignity they’ve long been denied. Supporting The Pickers Project feels like a natural extension of what’s already in the cup, and it serves as a reminder that extraordinary coffee and the people behind it go hand in hand. When you buy El Meson in our cafes or purchase a bag to brew at home, you’re not just buying great coffee, you’re directly supporting the very people who worked hard to bring it to you. We’re now entering our third year of working with El Mesón, and we consider this a long-term relationship rooted in trust, care, and shared values. Sandy and Pillo’s coffee is more than just delicious, it’s inspiring. COFFEE PROFILE Light Roast BREWING GUIDES Drip View All Brewing Guides Coffee Cherry White Honey Rose WHAT TO BREW NEXT Let’s Stay in Touch Never Miss a Fresh Roast Join our newsletter! Be the first to hear about new arrivals and exclusive offers. Sign up today! ABOUT George Howell Careers Locations HELP Contact Us Frequently Asked Questions SHOP ALL All Coffee Gear Apparel OTHER GIFT CARDS WHOLESALE PROGRAM WHOLESALE LOGIN © 2025, George Howell Coffee Terms of Service Privacy Policy Your cart Congratulations! You unlocked All points! Your Cart is empty Shop Now You may also like Acaia Pearl Scale $150.00 Add to Cart Acaia Lunar Scale $250