PIRATES OF COFFEE - PAPAYO, 250G

Single Origin, for Filter

Country: Colombia
Region: Cauca
Farm: El Paraiso 92
Producer: Wilton Benitez
Altitude: 1900m
Variety: Papayo
Process: Thermal Shock
Tasting Notes: Lychee, Rose, Ripe Mango, Papaya, Saffron 

About the Producer

This rare Papayo varietal coffee is produced by Wilton Benitez at El Paraíso 92 farm in Cauca, Colombia. The Papayo varietal gets its name from the unique shape of the coffee bean, which is elongated and shaped like papaya fruit. The Papayo varietal also tends to be fruit-forward with a vibrant flavour profile.

The innovative thermal shock process utilized by Wilton Benitez unlocks the full potential of these beans. By rapidly shifting temperatures during fermentation, the process yields a highly fruit-forward cup with a syrupy body and sparkling mouthfeel. 

Granja El Paraíso-92 is a family-run farm known for its award-winning, specialty coffees—including Java, Bourbon Pink, Geisha, and more. They employ advanced techniques like terracing, drip irrigation, shade systems, and lab-based nutrition management to optimize quality. With in-house microbiology and quality labs, they meticulously process each coffee: starting with selective harvesting, sterilization, and tailored anaerobic fermentation using specific microorganisms. After pulping, a second fermentation follows, finishing with a hot-cold water treatment to enhance flavor and aroma. 

About the Roaster

Based in Toronto, Canada, Pirates of Coffee is known for its bold commitment to innovation, transparency, and direct trade. By cultivating strong relationships with producers across regions like Panama, Ethiopia, Colombia, and Indonesia, Pirates of Coffee pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in coffee - from unique, experimental roasts to equitable, transparent sourcing practices. Their mission is to discover the world’s best coffees while building a supply chain rooted in sustainability and trust.