August 2026
Watermelon Sugar.
SL.OW|Quindío, Colombia
- Watermelon
- Honeydew
- Mint
This watermelon washed co-ferment Castillo from Jairo Arcila is summer in a cup — fresh watermelon up front, honeydew melon sweetness underneath, and a cool run of mint that keeps every sip clean. A washed co-fermentation with fresh watermelon builds the fruit without ever turning loud. Bright, playful and easy to love.
- Producer
- Jairo Arcila
- Region
- Quindío
- Variety
- Castillo
- Process
- Watermelon Washed Co-Ferment
- Roast
- Light
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Chapter 01 · The Producer
A watermelon washed co-ferment from Jairo Arcila in Quindío.
Jairo Arcila is one of Colombia's most celebrated producers, and his experimental co-ferments have become a signature of our lineup. For this lot, ripe Castillo cherries are hand-harvested and sorted before a washed co-fermentation with fresh watermelon, then dried slowly and carefully to lock the fruit in place. Cofinet, our import partner, work directly with Jairo and his family to keep every lot traceable and the quality exactly where it should be — you might recognise his name from Starburst Soda, Purple Haze and Cinnamon Honey.Jairo Arcila · Quindío
In the cup
Fresh watermelon, honeydew sweetness, a cool run of mint through the finish.
- Watermelon
- Honeydew
- Mint
II · In the Cup
Watermelon first, honeydew sweetness, a cool mint finish.
Expect fresh watermelon the moment it hits the cup, carried by honeydew melon sweetness. A cool thread of mint runs through the finish and keeps everything clean. Light, juicy and made for slow summer mornings.
Chapter 02 · The Ritual
Co ferment for every moment.
Every coffee asks for something different. Find the brew method, ratio and grind that suits this lot in our brew guide.
