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CASCARA — Colombia

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CASCARA — Argote
dried coffee cherry husk

This cascara comes from the Argote family in Nariño, Colombia, a producer we have worked with before and one who consistently delivers clean, expressive coffees. The same care they apply to their washed and anaerobic lots is present here in the dried cherry husk. The result is a cascara that is bright, structured, and far cleaner than what is typically found in the category.

Expect a layered sweetness with notes of raisin, orange, hibiscus, and dried berries, carried by a clarity that reflects the high altitude and slow drying conditions of the region. Brew it as a hot infusion, flash it over ice, or use it as a base for cocktails or spritzers. It is versatile, easy to work with, and a quiet way to taste the work that happens around the coffee itself.

We value Argote’s cascara not just as a byproduct, but as a standalone expression of their farm and processing. It is a refined, precise example of how good cascara can be when treated with the same discipline as green coffee.

100 gram is in a A.M.O.C. jar
500 gram is packed in a kilobag

Suggested recipe

Use 20g of cascara with 400g of boiling water and steep for around 4 minutes. Adjust the ratio and steeping time to your preference.

Rinse under cold water before use.

ABOUT THE CASCARA

Details

Origin

Nariño, Colombia

Farm/farmer

Argote Family

Variety

 Castillo

Processing

Sun dried cascara

Altitude

 1900 -2100 MASL

Profile

 Raisin, hibiscus and orange

 

You’ll receive an order confirmation right after checkout. Once your item ships, we’ll send you tracking info by email so you can follow the delivery.

We roast and ship multiple times a week, but we don’t promise next-day shipping or unrealistic turnaround times. We do our best to get your order out asap though!

Many of our items are made or selected in small batches. Once they’re gone, they may not restock—if you’ve got your eye on something, don’t wait too long.

All sales are considered final unless the item arrives damaged or incorrect. If something’s off, get in touch and we’ll make it right.
If you have any questions about the product, your order, or how to get the best out of it, our team is always happy to help. Just reach out.

A clean, bright cascara from the Argote family in Nariño, Colombia, with notes of raisin, hibiscus, and orange. Slow dried at high altitude for clarity and structure. Ideal for hot infusions, iced brews, or cocktails.

 

Notice:
Cascara is a natural dried fruit product and should be rinsed before use. As with any dried agricultural product, it may occasionally contain small pieces of plant material or other foreign matter such as twigs, husk, or insects. Inspect before brewing, strain after steeping, and discard anything that does not belong.

FORM vs FUNCTION vs LESS WASTE

We love good packaging design, but not waste. That’s why we aim for a balance between aesthetics and sustainability. Finding food-safe solutions that work across local and international recycling systems isn’t easy, but we take it seriously. For us, reuse, reduce, recycle is more than just a label.

When ordering coffee, you can choose from three packaging types:

A.M.O.C. JAR

Made from fully recyclable PET. Lightweight, durable, and made to be reused endlessly.

REFILL

A low-waste option, vacuum-packed in thin, food-grade PP without a valve or zipper. About 40% lighter than standard bags and easier to recycle. These are not retail-friendly and may lose vacuum in transit—this doesn’t affect quality. Transfer to a container after opening. Not freezer-safe unless portioned first.

KILO BAG

For larger orders, we use high-barrier packaging that protects freshness and is recyclable under certain conditions. We chose it for both performance and environmental impact.

You’ll find more on our packaging choices and sustainability approach on the about page.

ESPRESSO VS FILTER ROAST

Our filter roasts are designed for clarity and expression, but they’re great for both filter and espresso brewing. In fact, we often prefer the brighter, more expressive profile they bring to espresso.

Espresso roasts, on the other hand, are specifically developed for espresso brewing only. We don’t recommend using them for filter methods, as they’re tailored for higher extraction and a more classic cup profile.

Choose based on your taste and brew method, but know we stand behind both.

ROAST DATE

All our coffees are shipped as fresh as possible, typically within a few days of roasting. We don’t sit on a lot of stock and roast multiple times a week, so what you receive has been roasted recently, usually no longer than a 7-10 days before shipping, but it could also be roasted and shipped the same day.

You’ll find the exact roast date printed on the label. We recommend resting the coffee for a few days after roasting to allow it to degas and open up in flavour.

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CASCARA — Colombia
CASCARA — Colombia
€7.3 €36.7Price range: €8.0€7.3 through €40.0€36.7 inc. VATex. VAT