Colombia
Chirosos project
Chirosos San Carlos Urrao, Antioquia. Penderisco River valley
1800masl
Chiroso
Washed

Jaffa, Honeydew, and Vanilla.

Chiroso de San Carlos Project is all about unlocking the potential of the Chiroso coffee variety while supporting the hardworking farmers of Urrao, Antioquia.

Nestled in the Penderisco River valley at 1,800 meters above sea level, Urrao is a region with deep agricultural roots, where coffee is more than just a crop—it’s a way of life. This project brings together 10 dedicated producers, teaching them new processing techniques to improve quality and help Urrao

Today, Urrao is gaining recognition for producing high-quality, complex coffees, and Chiroso stands out for its exceptional potential. This project first started in 2023 and supports ten local producers in mastering Washed, Natural, and Honey processes, aiming to unlock Chiroso’s full quality and position Urrao as a key player in Colombia’s specialty coffee scene.gain recognition in the world of specialty coffee.

The Chiroso Varietal

As this variety is part of the Landrace Bloodline, which some would claims houses the best variatals. It was first discovered in Urrao, so San Carlos aims to honor its origin and highlight the story behind it celebrating the people who were the first producers in the world to grow this variety and pushing the boundaries to unlock its highest potential.

The processing journey of Chiroso at the San Carlos project begins with selective handpicking and flotation to ensure only ripe, high-quality cherries move forward. A 12-hour aerobic fermentation in cherry is followed by a 36-hour anaerobic fermentation in sealed tanks, enhancing sweetness and structure. After fermentation, the coffee is washed and sun-dried on patios for 12–16 days. Once dried, it rests for 24 hours and undergoes a 30-day stabilization in GrainPro bags, allowing the flavors to fully develop into a clean, vibrant cup with layered notes of Jaffa, Honeydew and vamilla.