
What to Expect
This Colombian Caturra from La Esmeralda delivers a syrupy, full-bodied espresso with praline sweetness, papaya fruit, and almond richness. The extended anaerobic fermentation amplifies the natural sugars, giving you a smooth, dessert-like cup that's roasted for espresso but works beautifully across methods.
The Cup
The body is thick and syrupy, coating your palate with a creamy, almost viscous texture. Acidity is low to moderate, gently citric rather than sharp, which keeps the cup approachable and sweet-forward. The washed process provides clarity, but the 50-hour anaerobic fermentation adds a subtle tropical fruit character without tipping into funky territory. Clean, rich, and balanced.
Who This Is For
Perfect for drinkers who want a smooth, sweet espresso with enough complexity to stay interesting but without the bright acidity or experimental funk of lighter roasts.
If you prefer crisp, tea-like coffees with pronounced acidity, this won't scratch that itch.
Best for: Espresso lovers who want sweetness and body over brightness.
How to Brew This Coffee
This coffee shines as espresso, where the syrupy body and praline sweetness come through with full force. It's also excellent in an Aeropress, which preserves the richness while giving you more control over extraction. For a heavier, textured cup that emphasises the almond and caramel notes, try it in a French press.
Colombia
Catura Syrup - Colombia
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Description from Roaster
Syrupy and rich, wonderfully smooth espresso. Formally known as Caramella.Description from Roaster
Syrupy and rich, wonderfully smooth espresso. Formally known as Caramella.
This description comes from KOTA Coffee, who roasts this coffee. For the fullest product detail, you can also see their own listing at Artefact Coffee
Ways to Brew
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Espresso
An intense, concentrated brewing method that forces hot water through finely-ground coffee under high pressure. This produces a small, powerful shot with rich crema, serving as the foundation for countless coffee drinks while delivering bold flavors and aromatic complexity.
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Aeropress
An innovative, portable brewing device that uses air pressure to extract coffee quickly and efficiently. This versatile method allows for experimentation with brewing times and techniques, producing anything from espresso-style concentrates to smooth, full-flavored cups with remarkable consistency.
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French Press
A French Press (or Cafetiere) is a simple, manual coffee maker that brews rich, full-bodied coffee by steeping coarse grounds in hot water, then separating them by pressing a mesh filter down with a plunger, allowing the coffee's natural oils and sediment to remain for a bolder flavour.
Artefact Coffee
A Surrey-based micro roastery built on a passion for exceptional coffee, ethical sourcing, and genuine customer connection. With a background in engineering and a love of fine food and drink, Dan Neaves, the founder of Artefact Coffee, began roasting coffee at home before turning his pursuit of quality into a thriving speciality coffee business. By combining innovative roasting technology with a transparent and community-focused approach, Dan continues to challenge industry norms while ensuring every cup reflects his dedication to flavour, craftsmanship, and sustainability.
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