Description

1kg Colombia Excelso Green Coffee Beans

Colombia Excelso green coffee beans remain one of the most trusted and versatile choices for roasters worldwide. Known for balance and approachability, this origin delivers reliable sweetness, clean structure, and wide appeal. These qualities make it suitable for both single origin roasting and blend development.

Grown across Colombia’s high-altitude regions, this coffee benefits from fertile volcanic soils and consistent rainfall. The washed processing method enhances clarity and highlights natural sweetness. In the cup, expect caramel, milk chocolate, soft citrus, and light stone fruit notes. The acidity stays medium and refined, never sharp.

Colombia Excelso green beans perform consistently across roast levels. At lighter roasts, the coffee shows bright apple acidity with honey sweetness. Medium roasts bring chocolate, toffee, and a creamy mouthfeel. Darker profiles highlight cocoa and toasted nuts while retaining smoothness.

Body sits in the medium range, making this coffee extremely flexible. It works well as espresso or filter and adapts easily to milk-based drinks. Because of this balance, roasters often choose Colombia Excelso green beans as a foundation in blends. It connects brighter origins with deeper, heavier coffees.

For blending, Colombia Excelso acts as a stabiliser. It smooths aggressive acidity while lifting flatter profiles. Used at 30–50 percent, it provides sweetness, structure, and harmony. When featured alone, it offers a crowd-pleasing cup that suits everyday drinking.

Home roasters appreciate this coffee for its forgiving nature. It responds well to different heat applications and offers clear flavour development. Small adjustments still produce excellent results.

Overall, Colombia Excelso green beans represent consistency, quality, and versatility. They suit cafés, home roasters, and blend designers seeking a dependable coffee with broad appeal.

Sustainable Farming & Ethical Sourcing

The Inzá growers, many of whom are part of the indigenous Paeces, cultivate coffee using traditional and sustainable methods. Our sourcing partners work directly with local farmers, ensuring fair trade practices and consistent quality.

Key Features:

• Origin: Colombia
• Region: Central Mountain Range
• Altitude: 1,000–1,900 MASL
• Varietals: Caturra, Typica, Castilla
• Processing: Fully washed, sun-dried
• Flavour Notes: Syrupy, raisins, liquorice, milk chocolate
• Best For: Espresso, filter coffee, medium to dark roasts

 

Home roasters generally prefer Colombia Excelso at a medium roast, with a controlled and even development. This approach highlights sweetness, balance, and clarity without pushing acidity too far.

🔥 Most Popular Roast Level: Medium

This is the clear favourite.

Why home roasters choose medium:

• Brings out milk chocolate and caramel flavours

• Keeps acidity smooth and approachable

• Produces a creamy, balanced body

• Works across espresso and filter

Light Roast (Used Less Often)

Chosen by filter-focused roasters.

What to expect:

• Brighter apple and citrus notes

• Lighter body

• Less chocolate sweetness

 

Medium–Dark Roast (For Espresso Fans)

Favoured by traditional espresso drinkers.

What to expect:

• Cocoa, toasted nuts, brown sugar

• Lower acidity

• Strong milk compatibility

 

Why Colombia Excelso Works Best as a Base

Colombia Excelso offers balanced acidity, natural sweetness, and a smooth body. These traits make it ideal for forming the backbone of a blend.

As a base bean, it provides:

• Milk chocolate and caramel flavours

• Clean structure and consistent extraction

• Medium acidity that does not dominate

• Excellent performance in espresso and milk drinks

It creates harmony and allows brighter or heavier coffees to stand out.

Best Green Beans to Complement Colombia Excelso

1. Brazil Natural (Santos, Cerrado, Mogiana)

Why it works

• Adds chocolate, nut, and caramel depth

• Increases body and sweetness

• Keeps acidity low and smooth

Blend benefit
Creates a comforting, crowd-pleasing espresso.

Suggested ratio

• 30–40% Brazil

• 30–40% Colombia Excelso

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2. Ethiopia Washed (Yirgacheffe, Sidamo)

Why it works

• Adds floral aroma and light citrus

• Brings complexity without sharpness

• Lifts the finish and aroma

Blend benefit
Prevents the blend from tasting flat or heavy.

Suggested ratio

• 10–20% Ethiopia

• 40–50% Colombia Excelso

3. Sumatra Mandheling

 

Why it works

• Adds syrupy body and earthiness

• Enhances crema in espresso

• Deepens mouthfeel

Blend benefit
Creates rich, low-acid espresso blends.

Suggested ratio

• 20–30% Sumatra

• 40% Colombia Excelso

 

 

4. Costa Rica SHB

 

Why it works

• Adds clean sweetness and structure

• Improves clarity and balance

• Keeps acidity elegant

Blend benefit
Refines the blend without overpowering it.

5. PNG Kimel or Sigri

 

Why it works

• Adds soft fruit and cocoa notes

• Maintains smooth body

• Blends seamlessly with Colombia

Blend benefit
Creates an easy-drinking, modern espresso.

Beans to Use Carefully

 

• High-acid Kenya AA (use under 15%)

• Very funky naturals (can overpower)

Summary

Colombia Excelso complements beans that add:

• Sweetness (Brazil)

• Aroma (Ethiopia)

• Body (Sumatra)

• Clean structure (Costa Rica, PNG)

It excels as the connector that makes blends taste unified.

With all this exciting information, we hope you enjoy roasting Colombia Excelso from home. Let us know how you go.

Gianni Cirelli