{"title":"Differente Coffee","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"differente-coffee-sl28-natural-edinson-argote-250gram","title":"Differente Coffee SL28 NATURAL by EDINSON ARGOTE,  Oporapa, Colombia - 250gram","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart of an initiative to support Colombian coffee producer during this difficult times. Carlos will also donate part of the proceed to support the redevelopment of his region in Colombia.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSL28 NATURAL – EDINSON ARGOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFrom the mountains of Oporapa, Huila, comes a coffee that's redefining specialty standards: Edinson Argote's SL28 Natural Experimental. This producer has captured the attention of the international coffee scene with his innovative processing methods and exceptional sensory profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis SL28 lot has taken center stage in barista competitions around the world, standing out for its complexity and elegance. At Finca Quebraditas, Edinson employs advanced fermentation techniques, including double fermentation and rehydration with specific yeast strains, to develop unique, reproducible flavor profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis coffee is not only a showcase of Edinson's talent and dedication, but also an invitation to explore the limits of flavor in the cup — a sensory experience that celebrates innovation and passion for specialty coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBeyond its excellence in the cup, this SL28 has been a standout performer in barista competitions worldwide, prized for its complexity and elegance. At Finca Quebraditas, Edinson applies advanced fermentation protocols — including double fermentation and rehydration with targeted yeast strains — to craft distinctive, repeatable flavor notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAbout the Producer - Carlos Escobar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eCarlos didn't set out to build a brand. He set out to start a conversation. Because coffee was never meant to be ordinary. In Carlos's hands, it tastes of sun-ripened fruit, of delicate florals, of real chocolate, not a descriptor on a bag, but a lived, honest experience in the cup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA block-font-kerning-none block-font-feature-liga-off block-font-feature-clig-off block-font-feature-calt-off direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eEvery coffee he has chosen is proof of that promise. Each one a story. Each one an invitation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Differente Coffee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44395776016449,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/3567\/1361\/files\/SL28NATURAL_EDINSONARGOTE.png?v=1786671332"},{"product_id":"differente-coffee-ombligon-natural-esperimenta-by-nestor-lasso-250gram","title":"Differente Coffee - Ombligon Natural Esperimenta by Nestor Lasso - 250gram","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart of an initiative to support Colombian coffee producer during this difficult times. Carlos will also donate part of the proceed to support the redevelopment of his region in Colombia.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSL28 NATURAL – EDINSON ARGOTE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFrom the mountains of Oporapa, Huila, comes a coffee that's redefining specialty standards: Edinson Argote's SL28 Natural Experimental. This producer has captured the attention of the international coffee scene with his innovative processing methods and exceptional sensory profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis SL28 lot has taken center stage in barista competitions around the world, standing out for its complexity and elegance. At Finca Quebraditas, Edinson employs advanced fermentation techniques, including double fermentation and rehydration with specific yeast strains, to develop unique, reproducible flavor profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis coffee is not only a showcase of Edinson's talent and dedication, but also an invitation to explore the limits of flavor in the cup — a sensory experience that celebrates innovation and passion for specialty coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBeyond its excellence in the cup, this SL28 has been a standout performer in barista competitions worldwide, prized for its complexity and elegance. At Finca Quebraditas, Edinson applies advanced fermentation protocols — including double fermentation and rehydration with targeted yeast strains — to craft distinctive, repeatable flavor notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAbout the Producer - Carlos Escobar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eCarlos didn't set out to build a brand. He set out to start a conversation. Because coffee was never meant to be ordinary. In Carlos's hands, it tastes of sun-ripened fruit, of delicate florals, of real chocolate, not a descriptor on a bag, but a lived, honest experience in the cup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA block-font-kerning-none block-font-feature-liga-off block-font-feature-clig-off block-font-feature-calt-off direction-ltr align-justify para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eEvery coffee he has chosen is proof of that promise. Each one a story. 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Differente Coffee, the Colombian roastery founded by Carlos Escobar, selected and roasted this lot as part of its program of origin-focused Colombian coffees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLot details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFarm: Chorro Alto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Oporapa, Huila, Colombia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducer: Ángela Rojas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariety: Ombligón\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess: Experimental Washed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoaster: Differente Coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcess.\u003c\/strong\u003e The washed process removes the skin and fruit from the seed and breaks down the remaining sticky layer, called mucilage, through fermentation. The coffee is then rinsed and dried in its parchment. 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Instead, Carloes want them to explore and discover their own interpretation of each coffee.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat’s why Differente focus on describing the experience, intensity, character, and feeling behind each coffee rather than providing a list of flavors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTheir selection focuses on coffees that are far from ordinary. Carlos works with some of Colombia’s most innovative producers to showcase expressions of Colombian coffee that go well beyond what people traditionally expect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAbout the Roaster – Carlos Escobar, Differente Coffee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCarlos Escobar is the son of a Colombian coffee farmer. He returned to coffee after 12 years in Australia, where he won the 2020 Australian Brewers Cup. He placed third at the 2025 World Brewers Cup in Jakarta, representing Colombia with Differente Coffee. On October 18, 2026, he won the Colombian Brewers Cup (Campeonato Colombiano de Cafés Filtrados) in Bogotá. This is his second Colombian national title, and it qualifies him to represent Colombia at the World Brewers Cup again. 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Instead, Carlos wants them to explore and discover their own interpretation of each coffee.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThat’s why Differente focuses on describing the experience, intensity, character, and feeling behind each coffee rather than providing a list of flavors.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTheir selection focuses on coffees that are far from ordinary. Carlos works with some of Colombia’s most innovative producers to showcase expressions of Colombian coffee that go well beyond what people traditionally expect.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Roaster – Carlos Escobar, Differente Coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eCarlos Escobar is the son of a Colombian coffee farmer. He returned to coffee after 12 years in Australia, where he won the 2020 Australian Brewers Cup. He placed third at the 2025 World Brewers Cup in Jakarta, representing Colombia with Differente Coffee. On October 18, 2026, he won the Colombian Brewers Cup (Campeonato Colombiano de Cafés Filtrados) in Bogotá. This is his second Colombian national title, and it qualifies him to represent Colombia at the World Brewers Cup again. 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The two are depulped together, which removes the outer skin but keeps the sticky fruit layer, called mucilage, on the seed. The coffee is then dried honey-style in dehumidifiers, which keeps the drying controlled. The name reflects these steps: fresh and fermented cherries combined, then honey processing and controlled drying. The goal is to join the character that fermentation develops with the qualities of fresh fruit, and so create a new expression of a single variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA coffee made together.\u003c\/strong\u003e Differente and Jhoan built this protocol as partners. 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Carlos Escobar will donate part of the proceeds to support the redevelopment of his home region in Colombia.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePACAMARA EXPERIMENTAL WASHED – JHONATAN GASCA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003ePacamara Experimental Washed comes from Zarza Coffee in Bruselas, Huila, Colombia, where producer Jhonatan Gasca grows the Pacamara variety. 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