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Developed over five generations, Castillo is the most common coffee variety grown in Colombia.

Carefully created for its resistance to leaf rust, it now makes up 40% of Colombia’s coffee crops. Castillo is a “dwarfed” tree that can be planted in high density, resulting in generous crop yields. Additionally, the fruits of the Castillo coffee tree tend to be slightly larger, and the variety has the potential to score high marks in cupping evaluations.

That being said, some in the specialty coffee sector consider Castillo to be lower quality than other varieties as it shares a genetic heritage with robusta beans.

Castillo is celebrated for its intriguing flavour profile, which combines a delightful balance of acidity and sweetness. It offers a medium to full body when brewed.