Colombia- Faver Ninco

Producer: Faver Ninco
Farm: Finca Costa Rica
Variety: Laurina
Processing: Natural  
Origin: Vereda San Joaquín, Santa María, Huila
Altitude: 2,100
Tasting Notes: Pineapple, Orange, Grape, Cider
Sourced From: Cuatro Vientos
Bag Size: 227g/8oz

About Faver :

High in the mountains of San Joaquín, Huila, at 2,100 meters above sea level, Faver Ninco has built something extraordinary, a living garden of coffee varietals. On his ten-hectare farm, Costa Rica, he cultivates more than eight distinct varieties including Laurina,Gesha, Wush Wush, Pink Bourbon, and Java. Each plant thrives under his careful attention, creating a vibrant mosaic of flavors that showcase the full potential of Huila’s terroir. His farm is remote and difficult to reach, but the reward is unforgettable: coffees that are rich, expressive, and shaped by the mountain’s unique character.

At 55, Faver embodies the spirit of craftsmanship and quiet mastery. He works by intuition and experience rather than chasing trends or technology, guided by a deep respect for his land and his craft. Every harvest reflects his discipline and patience, and his coffees are celebrated internationally for their purity and balance. As Cuatro Vientos describes, Faver doesn’t just grow coffee; he curates it like a collector of rare art, each lot revealing a new language of flavor that speaks to the soul of Colombian coffee.

The Roast Profile and Roast Approach :
For this Laurina, we focused on highlighting its sweetness and soft, tea-like structure. Because this variety is naturally very gentle, we were careful not to apply too much heat early on to avoid scorching the beans. Instead, we used a steady, controlled application of energy to preserve its clarity and sweetness while allowing the acidity to develop gradually. By entering first crack with restraint, we brought out the coffee’s floral and honeyed character, along with subtle notes of citrus and red fruit. The result is a balanced, elegant cup that captures the refined nature of this rare varietal.