Julián Calderón is one of those producers where the work feels quiet, deliberate, and extremely precise.
Based in Palestina, Huila, he has built a system that makes sense for his land. The Geisha remains in the plot where it performs best, while Rosado has been planted across the rest of the farm. It sounds simple, but that is exactly the point. Good decisions, repeated with consistency, often create the strongest results.
This washed Rosado is a clear example of that. According to Herbert many roasters overlook it before they ever understand what it can become. For us, that is exactly where the value sits. A coffee that needs more attention, more control, and more patience, but gives back with clarity, structure, and depth.
Julián has worked with LaREB for four years, through Herbert, Matcha, and Sebastián, their head of procurement. A.M.O.C. has followed that same relationship for four years too. There is real trust in this chain, not just because the coffees are excellent, but because the people involved know what they are looking for.
Herbert once described Julián’s coffee as clean, bright, transparent, and one of the best coffees LaREB had assessed. We fully understand that. This Rosado carries the same kind of precision: orange, blossom, a crisp structure, and a silky finish.
A meticulous Colombian washed lot from a producer who knows exactly where to place each variety, and why.
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.
