Colombia Nariño Mujeres Berruecos Decaf Coffee

Why this coffee matters

Colombia’s Nariño region is globally celebrated for its high-elevation terroir and rich volcanic soils, producing coffees with exceptional clarity and sweetness. But this coffee carries something deeper: it’s grown by the Mujeres Berruecos collective — a group of women farmers determined to change the face of coffee in rural Colombia. In a traditionally male-dominated industry, these women are asserting their leadership, gaining financial independence, and ensuring that younger generations see farming as a sustainable path.

The Mujeres Berruecos story

This collective was founded to give women direct control over their coffee and income. By pooling resources, they’ve invested in better equipment, training, and access to specialty markets abroad. Each bag you buy supports not just a farm, but also educational opportunities for their children, healthcare for their families, and a stronger community voice for women in Nariño. Their commitment to excellence is matched by their commitment to equity — proving that social progress and specialty coffee quality can grow hand in hand.

Origin & Processing

• Region: Berruecos, Nariño, Colombia.
• Elevation: 1,800–2,000 m asl
• Varietal: Typica, Castillo, Caturra
• Process: Washed, then decaffeinated using the Ethyl Acetate (EA) sugarcane method, a natural Colombian innovation that preserves delicate flavour while gently removing caffeine.
• Recommended Roast: Medium — chosen to highlight dried orange brightness, toffee sweetness, and a smooth apricot jam body.

Sustainability & Craft

The Mujeres Berruecos collective represents resilience, community, and sustainability. Farmers practice shade-grown cultivation, hand-picking only ripe cherries, and employing eco-friendly washing and drying techniques. Decaffeination is performed locally in Colombia using renewable sugarcane sources — reducing carbon footprint compared to overseas decaf facilities. At Spectra Coffee, we roast in small batches here in Canada, preserving the integrity of the origin.

Cup Experience

Expect a smooth, layered decaf with notes of dried orange, toffee, and apricot jam, carried by a balanced medium body. A gentle sweetness lingers, reminding you that a decaf can be just as indulgent as its caffeinated counterpart.

Cup Profile

• Aroma: Cocoa, citrus zest
• Taste: Dried orange, toffee, apricot jam
• Body: Medium, smooth
• Acidity: Bright but balanced
• Finish: Sweet, clean, lingering

Brew Tips

• Pour Over (V60/Chemex): Medium grind, 1:16 ratio, 92–94 °C — amplifies citrus brightness and toffee sweetness.
• French Press: Coarse grind, 4 min steep — brings out body and apricot jam depth.
• Espresso: Fine grind, 1:2 ratio, 28–30 sec — produces a rich crema with caramelized sweetness and low acidity.
• Auto Drip: Medium grind, balanced extraction — a smooth, everyday decaf cup.

FAQ

• Is this coffee 100% Arabica?
  Yes. It’s 100% Arabica from women producers in Nariño, Colombia.
• What does “Sugarcane Decaf” mean?
  It refers to the natural EA decaf process using ethyl acetate from sugarcane, which gently removes caffeine while preserving flavour.
• Why is it called Mujeres Berruecos?
  It’s produced by a women’s collective in Berruecos, Nariño — empowering female farmers while delivering world-class coffee.