Colombia | Tamana | Elias Roa | Washed | Sugarcane EA Decaf
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Colombia | Tamana | Elias Roa | Washed | Sugarcane EA Decaf
$68.00 AUD
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Heads up: this coffee is decaffeinated — perfect if you love the taste of coffee without the caffeine buzz. We take extra care when roasting our decafs to keep them sweet, balanced and full of flavour so you won’t miss a thing.
This coffee’s roasted in our espresso style — but that doesn’t mean you need to brew it as espresso. You can make it however you like — espresso, filter, moka pot, AeroPress or whatever you enjoy. We roast it a touch darker than we would a filter roast to caramelise the sugars and bring out smooth chocolatey and nutty flavours that cut beautifully through milk.
When you add milk the natural sweetness, fat and proteins tend to soften acidity and highlight caramelised flavours. That’s why lighter filter roasts can sometimes taste a bit sharp or sour with milk — they’re simply not built for it. Espresso roasts being more developed balance this out. The deeper caramelisation creates toffee and cocoa notes that blend harmoniously with milk’s creaminess while a hint of gentle bitterness adds that satisfying ‘coffee punch’ in your flat white or cappuccino.
If you prefer your coffee black this roast will still give you a full-bodied rich cup with plenty of depth and sweetness. For a lighter fruitier experience you might enjoy exploring our filter range instead.
Origin and Sourcing
Varietal:
Colombia
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Another hybrid from Colombia’s Cenicafé institute, Colombia varietal is a cross between Caturra and Timor Hybrid. It was bred for rust resistance and productivity, and while it doesn’t match the top-tier flavour of Bourbon or Geisha, it can produce a sweet and clean cup under good conditions.
Processing Method:
Washed, EA Decaf
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In the washed process, coffee cherries are depulped to remove the skin and pulp, then fermented to eliminate the mucilage before thorough washing. This method produces a clean, bright cup with pronounced acidity and clarity, highlighting the coffee’s intrinsic flavors. It’s widely used in regions with ample water resources, such as Colombia and East Africa.
Farm:
Tamana
Region / Area:
Huila, Acevedo
Altitude:
1650 MASL
Harvest Period:
January
Sourcing Partner:
Cafe Imports
Coffee Storage:
Standard Warehouse Storage
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This coffee is stored in standard warehousing palletised under ambient conditions. Usually these coffees are in GrainPro bags to keep out moisture and protect beans. Suited for high-volume blends and economical Single Origins, frequent rotation ensures freshness.
Roast Details
Roast Style:
Espresso
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Filter roasts are lighter with a shorter development time, designed to highlight clarity, acidity, and fruit-driven complexity — perfect for black coffee and filter methods. These roasts can also be used for espresso, especially if you enjoy brighter, more vibrant shots. Try longer brew ratios or turbo shots to tame acidity and bring out sweetness. Espresso roasts, on the other hand, are developed further to encourage deeper caramelization and Maillard reactions, producing richer, chocolatey, and nutty flavours that shine in milk and offer a fuller-bodied espresso.
We don't usually roast omni (one roast for all brew methods) — in our experience, it tends to be a compromise that's average at both. But occasionally, for larger lots or versatile blends, we may do an omni roast to suit both black and milk drinkers.
Roast Level:
Light
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This is a more accurate reflection of the actual roast level rather than internal & external colour readings and is based off roasting weight loss %. <11% is Nordic ultra-light; 11–13% is Light with balanced acidity and sweetness; 14–16% is Medium for rounded body and caramel; 16–20% is Dark for rich, chocolatey intensity; 20%+ is Starbucks/Italian for bold, smoky depth. Some would say the higher the %, the 'stronger' the coffee.
Roasting Weight Loss:
13.3%
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Coffee roasting weight loss refers to the significant reduction in the mass of green coffee beans during the roasting process, typically ranging from 9% to 25% depending on the roast level. This phenomenon primarily occurs due to the evaporation of moisture, which constitutes about 9–13% of the bean's initial weight.
Internal Agtron:
87
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This is a more accurate reflection of the actual roast colour than external as it's measured after grinding. Internal Agtron reveals how far into the bean the roast has penetrated. Our filter roasts often score over 100, preserving acidity, florals, and the unique vibrant characteristics of each origin and process. Please bear in mind that grind coarseness can affect the internal colour readings, so it is impossible to compare from roaster to roaster using this colour reading.
External Agtron:
51
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This refers to the surface colour of the whole roasted bean, but it's not always a reliable indicator of roast level. Some of our most vibrant and lightly roasted coffees, like our Ecuadorian Sidra, may appear medium-dark (Agtron 50–60) due to their surface colour, yet are in fact light roasts with minimal development time. Surface colour can be affected by the original green colour, bean type, density, and moisture — so don't judge a bean by its exterior.
Agtron Spread:
36
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The Agtron spread is the difference between the colour of whole beans and ground coffee, showing how deeply the coffee is developed. A spread of 0–10 usually indicates very dark, oily roasts typical of Italian-style, which we don't offer at our Roastery. Spreads between 11–20 and 21–30 represent the roast levels you'll find in our espresso coffees, balancing sweetness, acidity, and body. Spreads above 30 make up most of our filter coffee range, featuring very light, bright roasts that highlight fruity, floral, and complex flavours. Within this, spreads from 31–40 offer clarity and vibrancy, while spreads of 40–50 showcase ultra-light roasts with delicate acidity and nuanced character.
Roasted On Machine:
Roest L100 Ultra
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The ROEST L100 Ultra is the most advanced sample roaster in its class, combining the precision of the L100 Plus with next-generation hardware upgrades and new airflow technology. A redesigned, fully perforated drum with reversible rotation introduces a counterflow mode that channels air directly through the bean mass—allowing faster, more efficient heat transfer and enabling lighter roasts or second crack in under 90 seconds. With upgraded 5 GHz Wi-Fi, a faster processor, built-in pressure sensor, and refreshed UI matching the P3000, the Ultra offers better batch consistency (even at 50g), improved airflow calibration, and lower energy consumption. It’s a serious tool for roasters wanting unmatched control, speed, and repeatability—while still fitting neatly on the benchtop.
Taste Profile
Tasting Notes:
Jammy pear with mild cooked cherry and toffee flavours. Juicy acidity and mellow clean fruit-like sweetness.
Cupping Score:
82.0
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Our coffees are scored using the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) protocol by Q Grader–certified cuppers. A score of 80+ qualifies as specialty grade — clean, well-processed, and high quality. 80–84 coffees are more common and often used in blends. 85–87 are brighter, more complex, and better suited for high-quality filter brews. 88–90 are exceptional, and 90+ coffees are ultra-rare, often Cup of Excellence (COE) winners — the best in the world.
Suitable with Milk?
Yes
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Some of our light roasted filter coffees are bursting with bright, fruity acidity — think citrus, berries, or tropical notes. While these flavours shine on their own, they don't always play well with milk. The acidity can clash with milk's natural sweetness and creaminess, sometimes creating sour or chalky flavours.
Decaffeinated?
Yes
Import into Beanconqueror
Import into xBloom (18g)
Colombia | Tamana | Elias Roa | Washed | Sugarcane EA Decaf - When is peak flavour?
Decaf Roast - Roasted on Roest L100 Ultra
Elias Roa
Elias Roa is a legendary producer in Huila, with farms in the subregions of Pital and Acevedo. He was one of the founding members and President of Asociación Primaveral in Acevedo.
The Acevedo area is a truly stunning landscape in the heart of the Macizo Colombiano. It is typical to see large rain clouds rolling in over the mountains, covering the farm for periods of the day.
These farms are a family affair. His wife Bellanid, his son-in-law Diego Campos — the Colombian Barista Champion — and his daughter Derlin are all involved in coffee production here.
Elias has two primary farms: Finca Tamana in Pital, and Finca Recuerdo in Acevedo. They are planted with many different heirloom varieties, including some with African lineage. On both farms, Elias uses dry fermentation for roughly 14–16 hours, followed by several washes with fresh water. The coffee is then transferred to raised beds for slow, meticulous drying.
Huila
Located in south-western Colombia, Huila is nestled in between the Central and Eastern ranges of the Andes, with the middle area called the Magdalena Valley. The variation in elevation results in Huila being one of the country's most unique and complex regions of coffee production. Its terroir, climate and harvest cycles all contribute to the quality of coffee produced here.
The most impressive quality behind the coffees coming out of Huila lies in the people producing them. While Huila accounts for nearly 20% of the country's production, 80% of coffee producers operate on less than three hectares.
Decaf process by DESCAFECOL
The decaffeination process used by DESCAFECOL is unique and focuses on preserving the natural qualities of coffee. The method involves using sugarcane Ethyl Acetate (EA) and water, which enhances the sweetness of the coffee while maintaining its original attributes. Initially, green coffee beans are placed in a steam chamber to remove the silver skin. They are then submerged in spring water, and as soon as the beans are saturated, they are sent to extractors. Here, the beans are exposed to sugarcane ethyl acetate for eight hours to dissolve the caffeine content.
This method is notable for its use of natural EA, derived from the sugarcane industry in Palmira, Colombia. Since EA is naturally present in coffee beans, no foreign substances are introduced. The combination of spring water and natural EA in the caffeine extraction process helps retain the natural structure of the coffee bean cells by avoiding excessive heat and pressure. This results in decaffeinated coffee that maintains excellent aroma and taste, suitable for perfect roasting.
The decaffeination process at DESCAFECOL is FDA approved, ensuring that the residual EA in the coffee is kept below 5 parts per million (ppm), well under the international limit of 20 ppm. Furthermore, any residual EA evaporates during the roasting process, which occurs at around 200°C, leaving no trace of the solvent. The entire process restores the moisture content of the decaffeinated beans to a maximum of 12%, effectively removing 97% of the caffeine, which meets the American norm.
In addition to the extraction process, the coffee beans undergo several post-treatment steps. After the caffeine extraction, residual EA is removed using low-pressure saturated steam. The beans are then dried in vacuum drying drums to adjust the final humidity between 10% and 12%. Once cooled to ambient temperature using air fans, the beans are polished with carnauba wax to enhance their appearance and protect against environmental humidity. Finally, the polished coffee is packed in 70 kg jute bags, ready for distribution.