Colombia – El Silencio

The ACC association was founded in 2016 as a beacon of hope for the Piendamó region. It brings together 77 families who believe that the path to peace in their territory lies in collective work and top‍-‍quality beans. Robinson Rivera has been an integral part of this community for five years. At El Silencio, he farms with deep respect for the surrounding forest, and through the association’s support, he can continually push his coffee further without losing touch with the tradition passed down by his ancestors 18 years ago.

The honey method requires intuition and time. It all begins with harvesting the ripest cherries with the highest sugar content. After twelve hours of oxidation in tanks, the coffee is pulped, leaving the sweet layer of mucilage on the bean. The coffee rests in this state for another 36 hours, gaining its characteristic sweetness. Slow drying in parabolic dryers for six days ensures that the freshly roasted coffee retains its freshness and bright character.

Robinson grows the Castillo variety, which becomes surprisingly delicate in his hands using the honey process. In the cup, this variety transforms into a pure taste experience, where the sweetness of peach jam meets the freshness of lime and the lightness of black tea. This 100% Arabica stands out for its balanced flavor and clarity in every sip.