Nariño province is in the southwestern Colombia bordering Ecuador. This coffee growing region includes active volcanoes and much precipitous terrain. Nariño coffee is distinguished for its smooth body and nutty flavor.

Galeras

 Medium Medium roast

Cupping Notes: Dark Chocolate Sugar Cane

$19.00
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The volcanic ash in the soil is rich in nutrients and contributes to a much healthier plant and a higher complexity in the cup. Galeras is also great as an Espresso!

    • Origin: Nariño
    • Varietal: Caturra and Castillo
    • Process: Washed
    • Soil characteristics: Volcanic Ash 
    • Altitude: 1,600 - 2,100 MASL
    • Farmers:  Smallholders in rural areas surrounding the Galeras Volcano in Nariño.

With one of the highest elevations for Colombian coffee production, temperatures are cooler, thus allowing for more gradual cherry maturation and an accumulation of sugars.

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Learn About the Nariño Region

Tucked into Colombia’s southwest corner, where all three branches of the Andes converge, the Nariño region is defined by its breathtaking elevations, dramatic terrain, and rich cultural heritage. This rugged land, shaped by volcanic soils and a mosaic of microclimates, challenges every coffee cherry to ripen slowly and evenly—resulting in beans that are exceptionally bright, sweet, and full of floral elegance.
Much of Nariño’s coffee is grown by smallholder farmers, including Indigenous communities such as the Pastos, Quillacingas, and the Inga—descendants of the Inca civilization—who carry forward generations of agricultural wisdom and a deep respect for the land. Their ancestral knowledge, combined with a passion for quality, brings depth and meaning to every harvest.
What you taste in a cup from Nariño isn’t just coffee—it’s the spirit of the Andes, the legacy of its people, and the flavor of a region where culture and climate come together in perfect harmony. Expect juicy flavors, crisp acidity, and a story that lingers long after the last sip.