{"product_id":"cata-project","title":"Cata Project","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Cata Project began in 2022 with the goal of offering a truly unique and exceptional espresso experience while supporting producers through premium pricing. Led by Cata Export, represented by Catalina and Pierre, the project features a rotating selection of remarkable producers each season. By paying premiums directly to the farms, we help ensure long-term sustainability at origin while delivering outstanding coffees at a fair price to our customers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this Cata Project Vol. 8, we partnered with our friend and producer Jhoan Vergara and his family at Finca Las Flores in Huila, Colombia. During our visit in March 2025, Jhoan presented several stunning lots on the cupping table, but one stood out immediately — this very coffee. Jhoan explained that this lot is his estate Bourbon Rojo, traditionally a red bourbon variety. However, this particular strain is a rare mutation resembling Ombligón, resulting in a remarkably expressive flavour profile. The cherries are picked only at peak ripeness, reaching 28° Brix for maximum sweetness. At the mill, Jhoan walked us through his meticulous processing method: the cherries undergo a thermal shock to soften the fruit and gently caramelise the sugars before fermentation begins. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe process includes 60 hours of anaerobic fermentation, 12 hours of oxidation, a second 24-hour anaerobic fermentation, a 30-minute hot thermal shock at 55°C, and a precise 60-hour dehumidifier drying. This careful, multi-stage approach creates a cup that embodies everything we look for in the Cata Project: an outstanding aroma, a creamy texture, and vibrant layers of flavour that shine both black and with milk. We love this coffee, and we’re excited to share it with you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOur partnership with Cata Export commenced in 2019, coinciding with the establishment of both Cata and Sweven as companies. Throughout the years, we have cultivated a remarkable friendship that has enabled us to collaborate on numerous events globally, including visits to our home in Bristol and their base in Colombia. This relationship stands as our longest and most sustainable, one that we cherish deeply and take great pride in. Catalina Gutiérrez and Pierre Fargetton, the co-founders of Cata Export, have dedicated themselves tirelessly over the past five years to uncovering and supporting small coffee producers in Colombia, facilitating direct connections with both roasters and consumers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir commitment to sustainability has led to various projects aimed at enhancing coffee quality through customised fermentation techniques. In recognition of their efforts, they were honoured by the President of Colombia in 2020 as the Best Colombian Coffee Exporter of the Year. Their outstanding contributions have also brought global acclaim to numerous small producers, including Nestor Lasso, Oscar Hernandez, and Jhoan Vergara, who have received multiple awards for their exceptional coffees in recent years. Additionally, we recently had the opportunity to visit their newly acquired farm, Cata Reserva, in Huila, where they are engaged in exciting projects that will soon be unveiled. We eagerly anticipate showcasing these developments here at Sweven.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Micro Kaffi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46502844104894,"sku":"SWN-CTA-E-1","price":250.0,"currency_code":"NOK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/8264\/3390\/files\/SwevenCataEspr.jpg?v=1773752873","url":"https:\/\/microkaffi.com\/products\/cata-project","provider":"Micro Kaffi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}