Tasting Notes: Spiced Rum, Dried Apricot, Molasses

Region: Quezaltepec, El Bálsamo

Process: Natural

Elevation: 1,250 - 1,550 masl

Variety: Bourbon

Producer: Carlos Escobar

Grown in the volcanic slopes of Quezaltepec, this Bourbon Natural from Finca Milan is pure joy in a cup. Farmer Carlos Escobar puts care into every step—from cherry to drying bed—and it shows. This coffee has layers: spiced rum, dried apricot, and molasses, all brought out by the natural process, the farm’s high-altitude, and its misty microclimate.
Escobar’s commitment to innovation and quality control ensures a vibrant, expressive cup profile. Escobar isn’t just a grower—he’s a steward of land and community. His farm, a Cup of Excellence winner, runs on thoughtful sustainability and a whole lot of heart. At the end of each harvest, he throws a big gratitude party for workers and their families— complete with food, games, and gifts. That generosity, paired with his hard work, is something we’re proud to champion. 

Bonus: “Quezaltepec” means Mountain of the Quetzal—a rare, colorful bird native to the region. Kind of like this coffee: beautiful and unforgettable.