The Colombia Manos Juntas Natural arrives from Cat & Cloud with a story written in melon, grape, and vanilla. Sourced from the Manos Juntas Micromill in Cauca, Colombia, this naturally processed coffee showcases what happens when producers obsess over cherry ripeness and traceability. Each lot is separated by farm and variety before drying begins, creating accountability that translates directly into your cup. The result is a coffee that drinks like summer fruit with a cola finish—bright, clean, and impossibly juicy.
Tasting Notes
The first sip hits with honeydew melon clarity, that perfect-ripeness sweetness that's more nectar than fruit. As it develops on your palate, the melon fades into grape jelly richness—not jammy or heavy, but silky and bright. The finish brings vanilla cola, a surprising sweetness that keeps you reaching for another sip. The body is medium and clean, with acidity that lifts rather than cuts. This is natural processing at its most refined: fruit-forward without being funky, sweet without being cloying.
Brew Methods
This coffee shines brightest in pour over methods—V60, Chemex, Kalita Wave—where the clarity of those melon and grape notes can fully express themselves. A 1:16 ratio with water just off boil (200-205°F) will bring out the fruit without extracting bitterness. It's also exceptional as a single-origin espresso for those who love bright, fruit-bomb shots; aim for a 1:2.5 ratio pulled at 200°F to preserve the delicate melon notes. French press works beautifully too, emphasizing the silky body and vanilla finish. Cold brew brings out the cola character in unexpected ways.
About Cat & Cloud
Cat & Cloud has built a reputation for approachable specialty coffee that doesn't compromise on quality. Their selection of this Manos Juntas lot reflects their commitment to coffees with clear flavor profiles and ethical sourcing stories.
Need help dialing in your grind size or choosing the right brewer for this coffee? Clive's team can walk you through extraction strategies that'll make these fruit notes sing.
The Colombia Manos Juntas Natural arrives from Cat & Cloud with a story written in melon, grape, and vanilla. Sourced from the Manos Juntas Micromill in Cauca, Colombia, this naturally processed coffee showcases what happens when producers obsess over cherry ripeness and traceability. Each lot is separated by farm and variety before drying begins, creating accountability that translates directly into your cup. The result is a coffee that drinks like summer fruit with a cola finish—bright, clean, and impossibly juicy.
Tasting Notes
The first sip hits with honeydew melon clarity, that perfect-ripeness sweetness that's more nectar than fruit. As it develops on your palate, the melon fades into grape jelly richness—not jammy or heavy, but silky and bright. The finish brings vanilla cola, a surprising sweetness that keeps you reaching for another sip. The body is medium and clean, with acidity that lifts rather than cuts. This is natural processing at its most refined: fruit-forward without being funky, sweet without being cloying.
Brew Methods
This coffee shines brightest in pour over methods—V60, Chemex, Kalita Wave—where the clarity of those melon and grape notes can fully express themselves. A 1:16 ratio with water just off boil (200-205°F) will bring out the fruit without extracting bitterness. It's also exceptional as a single-origin espresso for those who love bright, fruit-bomb shots; aim for a 1:2.5 ratio pulled at 200°F to preserve the delicate melon notes. French press works beautifully too, emphasizing the silky body and vanilla finish. Cold brew brings out the cola character in unexpected ways.
About Cat & Cloud
Cat & Cloud has built a reputation for approachable specialty coffee that doesn't compromise on quality. Their selection of this Manos Juntas lot reflects their commitment to coffees with clear flavor profiles and ethical sourcing stories.
Need help dialing in your grind size or choosing the right brewer for this coffee? Clive's team can walk you through extraction strategies that'll make these fruit notes sing.
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