{"product_id":"colombia-sonson-youth-collab","title":"Colombia Sonsón Youth Collab - Community Blend of Black Honey and Washed Lots","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: .0001pt; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.5pt; font-family: 'Helvetica'; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Open Sans'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Open Sans'; color: #000000;\"\u003eCOLOMBIA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 12.0pt; line-height: normal; mso-outline-level: 2;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 26.0pt; font-family: Helvetica; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Open Sans'; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Open Sans'; color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONSÓN YOUTH COLLAB - Community Blend of Black Honey \u0026amp; Washed Lots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #666666; font-size: 11.5pt;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 107%; font-family: Helvetica;\"\u003eCHOCOLATE COVERED STRAWBERRY, TOFFEE, DARK RED CHERRY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collaborative lot was born from the curiosity of young producers in Sonsón who were eager to experiment, improve quality, and explore new fermentation techniques. Specialty coffee is still emerging in the region, and this project was designed to help small-scale producers build volume while refining cup profiles and creating more complex, differentiated coffees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuided by \u003cstrong\u003eAndrés Cardona\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the program’s mentors, the producers began experimenting with his black honey process. Six producers applied the recipe to their own cherries, producing small lots with distinct flavor profiles ranging from chocolatey and fruity to caramel-like. Because each lot was limited in size, they were blended with washed and extended fermentation coffees from the same producer group to create a larger, more layered community lot.  Welcome to the Sonsón Youth Collab 1.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth and sweet with layered chocolate, strawberry and cherry flavors.  We're very excited about our new partnership with Unblended Coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #999999;\"\u003eBEAN DETAILS:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eORIGIN: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSonsón, Antioquia, Colombia\u003cbr\u003ePRODUCER: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSmallholder producers\u003cbr\u003eELEVATION: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e1,800–2,000 m.a.s.l.\u003cbr\u003eVARIETY: Pink Bourbon + Gesha\u003cbr\u003ePROCESS: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCommunity blend of black honey and washed lots\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTING NOTES: Chocolate covered Strawberry, Toffee, Dark Red Cherry\u003cbr\u003eROAST TYPE: Light\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eFarm Level\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"dfa67e7\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dfa67e7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-id=\"dfa67e7\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dfa67e7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementor-widget-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColombia Sonsón Youth Collab\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunity Blend of Black Honey + Washed Lots\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSonsón, Antioquia, Colombia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collaborative lot was born from the curiosity of young producers in Sonsón who were eager to experiment, improve quality, and explore new fermentation techniques. Specialty coffee is still emerging in the region, and this project was designed to help small-scale producers build volume while refining cup profiles and creating more complex, differentiated coffees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuided by \u003cstrong\u003eAndrés Cardona\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the program’s mentors, the producers began experimenting with his black honey process. Six producers applied the recipe to their own cherries, producing small lots with distinct flavor profiles ranging from chocolatey and fruity to caramel-like. Because each lot was limited in size, they were blended with washed and extended fermentation coffees from the same producer group to create a larger, more layered community lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChocolate Covered Strawberry \u0026amp; Toffee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCoffee Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sonsón, Antioquia, Colombia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sonsón Youth Producer Group\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Community blend\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFarm Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smallholder producers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElevation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,800–2,000 m.a.s.l.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Community blend of black honey and washed lots\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-tank fermentation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sun-bed dryers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 weeks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProducer \u0026amp; Community Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Sonsón, this project works with a group of young producers who are motivated to learn, experiment, and build the reputation of specialty coffee in their town. Many of these producers are working with small volumes, so combining their coffees allows them to participate in a larger exportable lot while continuing to improve quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe goal of the Youth Collab is both practical and developmental: create enough volume for a strong community lot while giving producers space to explore fermentation, processing, and flavor development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcessing Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly ripe cherries are harvested and floated for a second selection before processing begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the black honey component, cherries are fermented for \u003cstrong\u003e5 days in open tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e. During fermentation, the coffee juice is moved daily to encourage a more consistent fermentation. After fermentation, the coffee is depulped without water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black honey lots are then dried on sun-bed dryers for \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e. These small experimental lots are blended with washed and extended fermentation coffees from the same producer group, creating a lot with greater depth, sweetness, and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcess Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRipe cherries are harvested and floated for selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack honey lots undergo 5 days of open-tank fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee juice is moved daily to maintain consistent fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoffee is depulped without water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLots are dried on sun-bed dryers for 2–3 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall black honey lots are blended with washed and extended fermentation coffees from the Sonsón producer group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Project\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sonsón Youth Collab is a recruitment and development lot built around young producers in Antioquia. By combining their coffees, the project helps producers gain access to specialty markets while encouraging experimentation and quality improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a community blend that bridges tradition and innovation: structured washed coffees layered with the sweetness and fruit character of black honey fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Color Coffee Roasters | Premium Roasters in Colorado","offers":[{"title":"10 OZ. \/ Whole Bean","offer_id":49505373094026,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 OZ. \/ Home Espresso","offer_id":49505373126794,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 OZ. \/ Stove Top","offer_id":49505373159562,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 OZ. \/ Aeropress","offer_id":49505373192330,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 OZ. \/ Fine Drip","offer_id":49505373225098,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 OZ. \/ French Press","offer_id":49505373257866,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 OZ. \/ Coarse Drip","offer_id":49505373290634,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 OZ. \/ Cold Brew","offer_id":49505373323402,"sku":null,"price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 LBs. \/ Whole Bean","offer_id":49505373356170,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 LBs. \/ Home Espresso","offer_id":49505373388938,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 LBs. \/ Stove Top","offer_id":49505373421706,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 LBs. \/ Aeropress","offer_id":49505373454474,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 LBs. \/ Fine Drip","offer_id":49505373487242,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 LBs. \/ French Press","offer_id":49505373520010,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 LBs. \/ Coarse Drip","offer_id":49505373552778,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 LBs. \/ Cold Brew","offer_id":49505373585546,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 LBS. \/ Whole Bean","offer_id":49505373618314,"sku":null,"price":133.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 LBS. \/ Home Espresso","offer_id":49505373651082,"sku":null,"price":133.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 LBS. \/ Stove Top","offer_id":49505373683850,"sku":null,"price":133.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 LBS. \/ Aeropress","offer_id":49505373716618,"sku":null,"price":133.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 LBS. \/ Fine Drip","offer_id":49505373749386,"sku":null,"price":133.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 LBS. \/ French Press","offer_id":49505373782154,"sku":null,"price":133.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 LBS. \/ Coarse Drip","offer_id":49505373814922,"sku":null,"price":133.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 LBS. \/ Cold Brew","offer_id":49505373847690,"sku":null,"price":133.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/8024\/files\/Sonson_Youth_Collab_-_Unblended.png?v=1780688274","url":"https:\/\/colorroasters.com\/products\/colombia-sonson-youth-collab","provider":"Color Coffee | Restoring Clarity to Coffee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}