As one of the largest producers of coffee, Colombia’s culture has been heavily influenced by coffee. There are a lot of different elements that make Colombia's culture and coffee unique.
In today’s blog post, we’ll dive into one major coffee growing region: Colombia. If you’ve never tried Colombian coffee, this month’s coffee of the month is Organic Colombian. Order from Kaldi Gourmet Coffee Roasters and use the code OrgColombian at checkout!
Colombian Coffee Beans
Coffee growing regions around the world vary based on climate and cultivation processes, each of those areas giving coffee beans their unique characteristics. In Colombia, the mountainous terrain combined with the tropical climate and heavy rainfall make it a prime region for growing coffee.
In our previous blog post — Our Guide to Colombian Coffee — we looked at everything from their harvest style to the type of beans they grow. Colombia coffee is most commonly known for its rich aroma, mellow acidity, and sweet caramel taste with nutty undertones.
There is an old legend that Jesuit priests first brought coffee beans to Colombia around the 1700s. A priest by the name of Francisco Romero saw the potential of cultivating coffee beans. As a form of penance for their sins, he had his parishioners sow coffee beans. The legend goes on to say that this practice was eventually adopted by the Archbishop of Colombia and turned into a robust method to atone for sins.
Coffee has been grown in Colombia for 300 years. Regardless of how coffee bean production began in Colombia, by the mid-1800s, they were exporting fresh coffee beans around the world.
Beyond Coffee: A Look at Colombian Culture
While coffee plays a large part in Colombian culture, the country is known for more than just its fresh coffee beans. In fact, many aspects of their culture can be traced back to the lasting impact of the Spanish colonial era, including their religion, music, language, and customs.
The climate which is prime for coffee beans is also perfect for growing other types of food, including fruit. Many exotic fruits — including lulos, jackfruit, dragon fruit, passion fruit, and guava — thrive in Colombia’s climate. They are also large agriculture exporters of bananas, sugar, and other goods.
Their rich history and varied geography also make Colombia a popular destination for tourists. From the Amazon and Andean regions to the coasts and deserts, visitors are able to experience everything from tropical jungle vegetation to volcanoes and waterfalls. In fact, the United States is ranked second for short-term visitors to Colombia.
Try Fresh Coffee Beans From Colombian Today
You don’t have to travel to Colombia to try their fresh coffee beans. Instead, try Organic Colombian beans from Kaldi Gourmet Coffee Roasters. You can get 5 lbs for $35 when you use the code OrgColombian. Learn about our fresh coffee beans and other growing regions on our blog:
