Counter Culture Coffee - Retail La Golondrina – Honey Processed

This coffee represents the continued evolution of a partnership we’ve maintained for nearly 2 decades. Growers in the Orgánica cooperative have focused on achieving the highest quality in every aspect of their production, including planting higher-quality, harder-to-grow varieties. This lot features their Pink Bourbon and Gesha selections. While the cup may not present the overt florals often associated with these varieties’ Ethiopian lineage, it offers a compelling expression of Colombia’s evolving coffee culture. Expect sweet flavors of raspberry and honey, balanced by a tea-like body.

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Our long-time partners, Marysabel Caballero and Moisés Herrera of Finca El Puente, have built a legacy of experimentation and innovation. Since we first met them in 2005, their relentless pursuit of coffee perfection continues to inspire us. Over the years, we’ve tasted countless lots from their farm, including rare varieties and unique processes. Again and again, we’ve noticed their honey-processed coffees stand out on the cupping table, consistently delivering more sweetness and depth when presented beside their washed counterparts.

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As ripe coffee cherries dry slowly in the sun and breeze, their fruit and floral complexities deepen, enriching each coffee seed. This exceptional natural-sundried coffee comes from a group of small farms in the village of Okoluu. Sookoo Coffee, a family-owned coffee business, works closely with these growers, implementing meticulous sorting and drying protocols to achieve stunning coffee. This year’s Okoluu holds layers of berry flavors in balance with dark chocolate sweetness and a delicate floral finish. Pronunciation…

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Nelson Melo and his wife, Liliana Pabón, are the visionaries behind Orgánica. At Finca Las Acacias, they set the standard for our exceptional La Golondrina coffee. While neighboring farms chose robust varieties during renovations, Nelson and Liliana took a different path, opting for high-quality but more demanding varieties. Their commitment to organic methods and meticulous processing results in a coffee that stands out for its nuanced flavors, boasting notes of bergamot, kiwi, and sweet apple pastry.

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A delicious cup of decaf coffee is a beautiful thing. This special lot was harvested by the Urcunina group in Nariño, Colombia, and decaffeinated at Colombia’s only decaffeination plant, using a sugarcane derivative called ethyl acetate to extract the caffeine. The result is one of the sweetest and most complex cups of decaf we've tasted, with notes of maple syrup, green grape, and a silky body. Pronunciation: DEE-caf…

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Members of the CENAPROC cooperative have long produced our favorite coffees from Bolivia. Over our 20+ year relationship, the organic coffees grown in the Yungas jungle of the country’s eastern mountains have consistently endured complicated logistical hurdles, making their quality all the more remarkable. This lot represents the best of these dedicated farmers, showcasing subtle cherry notes and a complex sweetness reminiscent of vanilla and hazelnut. Pronunciation: NWEH-vah…

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Forty-Six isn’t your average dark-roast coffee. Sourced from some of the world's most renowned coffee-growing regions, this extraordinary blend of organic-certified coffees is carefully chosen to maximize sweetness and maintain complexity through dark roasting. Forty-Six boasts a full-bodied profile where dark chocolate sweetness meets a smoky, roast-forward intensity.

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This limited-release blend honors the people and places behind our favorite beverage and highlights the craft and care that create exceptional coffee experiences. Sourced seasonally from farms in the southern hemisphere, Field Trip blends bright coffees to create a crisp, vibrant cup. Expect sweet notes of blackberry and clementine.

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This three-pack invites you to explore the celebrated Gesha variety through the art of processing. On the slopes of Guatemala’s Acatenango volcano, Finca La Hermosa’s fertile soils and native canopy nurture a diverse range of varieties, including an entire “Gesha forest.” From this Gesha, farm owners Max & Claudia utilized three distinct processing techniques–washed, honey, and natural sundried–to highlight the full range of complex, nuanced flavors.

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In the remote community of La Higuera, Jose Maria Campos and his family cultivate a unique coffee variety exhibiting a balance of excellent flavor, resilience, and high productivity. Our first visit to the farm left us with a sense that the coffee would be special. Time and again, Jose’s coffee stands out on the cupping table–confirming our impression after that first meeting. This lot bursts with juicy flavors of pomegranate and blood orange. Pronunciation: la he-ERR-ba…

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The Buliza coffee washing station sits high in the hills of the Rulindo district, a short drive from Rwanda's bustling capital of Kigali. Farmers belonging to the UCOCARU cooperative union bring their fresh coffee cherries to Buliza for processing, under the care of the washing station's experienced quality team. We’re once again sharing this lot as a dark-roasted single origin as a nod to our many customers who prefer this style of roasting. We taste deep notes of fig alongside syrupy notes of molasses and dark chocolate. Pronunciation…

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Pacayal Honey Lot coffee is a limited-edition single origin from the Pacayal Cooperative in Honduras. This honey-processed microlot delivers notes of raw…

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High in the hills of Mount Elgon, a coffee-farming community works in near isolation, transporting each sack of coffee by foot or bike along rugged, nearly impassable roads. Where other exporters saw impossibility, Mountain Harvest saw potential: farmers willing to take risks and invest in their future. With support from a Counter Culture Seeds grant, they built a community-run processing station that has given rise to one of the best coffees we’ve tasted in the country, Mabono Honey. Expect notes of blood orange, cherry, and dark chocolate. Pronunciation…

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Celebrate the global journey behind every cup. This midweight long-sleeve tee is made from 100% combed cotton for everyday comfort and durability. The design features a small Counter Culture Coffee logo on the front, a world map highlighting the places where we source our coffee on the back, and an illustrated coffee branch pattern down the sleeve. A classic fit that’s easy to wear and built to last—made for those who love coffee and appreciate where it comes from.

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Coffee beans come in all shapes and sizes. Gigantic is a blend of Pacamara—a variety of the Arabica coffee plant that produces exceptionally large beans. The combination results in a complex coffee with big big notes of fuji apple, nectarine, and caramel.

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The Intango coffee washing station is owned by Gilbert Gatali, a widely recognized leader in Rwanda’s relatively young and thriving specialty coffee sector. Gilbert believes in coffee's potential to transform lives and his passion for coffee and the people behind it are inspiring to witness. This year, we’re excited to explore how a darker roasting style offers new dimensions to the delicate and fruity flavors often found in Rwandan coffees. At this roast level, we first notice a full and velvety body complemented by sweet flavors of dark chocolate and dried fig. Pronunciation…

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The coffees we purchase from the Idido cooperative are simply remarkable. They’re not only some of the highest quality offerings we buy each year but also come from our longest-running partnership in East Africa. Idido’s members reside in some of Ethiopia's highest-elevation coffee-growing areas. This renowned terroir is famous for producing coffee flavors that are both highly aromatic and complex. We taste delicate floral notes alongside flavors of melon and citrus. Pronunciation…

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Some things are classics for a reason. To celebrate 30 years, we’re introducing a mug that’s close to our hearts—Brett’s diner mug. This isn't just any mug—it's our founder's favorite. He believes a great coffee mug should be sturdy, timeless, and feel good in your hands. This is that mug. Holding a generous 11oz, this classic diner mug is designed to be your new go-to. Its thick, durable ceramic walls keep your coffee perfectly warm, while the comfortable handle makes every sip a simple pleasure. Stamped with our refreshed throwback logo, this mug is a warm nod to our three-decade journey.

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Our partners at the Kawacom washing station stand on the forefront of specialty coffee production in Uganda, a country that primarily produces commercial-grade robustas. Using high-quality arabica grown in Mount Elgon’s fertile soil, Kawacom’s natural-sundried process prioritizes quality and consistency at every step. The resulting coffee redefines what we expect Ugandan coffee to taste like. Look for notes of concord grape, strawberry, and a cashew finish. Pronunciation…

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Fueled by coffee—and not afraid to show it. The Coffee Driven Magnet brings some heat to your car, fridge, or any metal surface that could use a little extra drive. Weather-resistant and ready to roll wherever your coffee takes you. Size: 7” x 2.55”

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Enjoying fresh, delicious coffee should be a year-round affair. That's why Fast Forward is a curated blend of similar coffees from different harvest periods, ensuring you can savor the freshest flavors no matter the season. The ever-changing selection of organic coffees guarantees a delightful balance of nutty and sweet notes, wrapped in a creamy body that will leave you craving another cup.

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For a coffee called Big Trouble, this blend delivers nutty, caramel, and chocolate flavors that are easy to love. Sourced from sustainable producers across the globe, this medium-dark roast blend is expertly roasted to ensure a consistently exceptional brew every time. Striking the ideal balance between sweet flavors and a satisfying medium body, it’s no wonder Big Trouble is our best-selling blend.

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The village of Mpemba, a tiny and tranquil hamlet tucked into the rolling hills of Burundi’s Kayanza province, is home to the Kazoza N’Ikawa cooperative. In the Kirundi language, Kazoza N’Ikawa translates to “the future is coffee”—a name hinting at the commitment to quality exemplified by its members. The coffees we buy from the co-op are not only our favorites from Burundi but across the entire region. This washed lot exhibits all of the hallmarks that make Burundian coffees so unique. Look for juicy top notes of clementine intermingled with flavors of honey and a tea-like body.

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Alto Ihuamaca is one of the five coffee-producing communities which makes up Valle del Santuario, one of our most tenured single origin products. During our selection process for Valle del Santuario, we often taste coffees separated by specific communities or farms. This year, a small lot from five producers in Alto Ihuamaca caught our attention, evoking memories of the flavors that initially sparked our interest in this remote area way back in 2007.

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