Colombia - Jeferson Bolaños

Jeferson Bolaños’ Washed Gesha coffee is produced through meticulous selective harvesting of only fully ripe 
cherries, followed by floating, 12-hour pre-fermentation, 36-hour anaerobic fermentation, and double washing to 
ensure cup clarity and refined sweetness. 
The coffee is dried on raised beds for 2 days with regular turning to maintain even moisture, then stabilized for 30 
days in fique bags, a traditional Colombian storage method that enhances flavor harmony. The result is an elegant 
cup profile featuring floral aroma, chocolate and caramel sweetness, and bright citrus-like acidity. 
This exceptional Gesha lot was the winner of the Subasta por la Paz in November 2024, achieving a historic 
auction price of $126 USD per pound, marking a milestone in Colombian specialty coffee. 
Jeferson’s journey reflects resilience and transformation, demonstrating how specialty coffee farming can provide 
sustainable economic opportunities and support community development in conflict-affected regions.