{"product_id":"sebastian-ramirez-el-placer-red-fruits","title":"Sebastián Ramírez – El Placer – Red Fruits","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eLight roast. Reserve limited release.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLoud, candy-sweet, and unapologetically fruit-driven, this Caturra from Sebastián Ramírez’s El Placer delivers an intensely expressive cup built around red-fruit sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis experimental co-ferment combines controlled fermentation with wine yeast, fruit sugars, and strawberry-driven inputs to create remarkable aromatic intensity and a jammy, confectionary profile. In the cup, expect dark cherry soda, strawberry compote, and Red Tootsie Pop, with a juicy structure and a lingering sweet finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sebastián Ramírez – El Placer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quindío, Colombia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caturra\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Fruits Co-Fermented\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Cherry Soda, Strawberry Compote, Red Tootsie Pop\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoast Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.8 oz (250 g)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reserve • Limited Release\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProducer \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSebastián Ramírez is a fourth-generation coffee producer from Quindío, Colombia. After growing up immersed in coffee production, he began exploring fermentation and specialty coffee more deeply over a decade ago, eventually developing the highly process-driven approach that now defines El Placer Farms.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated in Colombia’s Coffee Axis, El Placer benefits from volcanic soils, mountainous terrain, and high-elevation growing conditions that support slow cherry maturation and complex flavor development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProcessing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eRed Fruits is an experimental fruit co-ferment designed to create an intensely strawberry and red-fruit-forward profile.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coffee undergoes controlled fermentation with wine yeast, fruit glucose, and dehydrated strawberries in an oxygen-restricted environment. This process is designed to build aromatic intensity, sweetness, and a saturated fruit profile while maintaining structure in the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a jammy, candy-like coffee with deep red-fruit character and a long, sweet finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout El Placer\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAt El Placer, coffee is approached as a collective effort built around quality, innovation, sustainability, and long-term relationships.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSebastián and his team focus heavily on controlled fermentation and intentional sensory development while maintaining consistency and traceability. The project also shares processing knowledge with other Colombian producers, helping expand both quality and opportunity throughout the surrounding coffee community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Red Fruits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eRed Fruits is one of Sebastián Ramírez’s most expressive experimental profiles.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere the companion Purple Fruits release explores darker grape and berry character, Red Fruits leans brighter, sweeter, and more confectionary, with a profile built around cooked berries, cherry candy, and nostalgic red-fruit sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended V60 Brew Guide\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDose:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20g, medium grind\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 320g at 197°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRatio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16:1\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60g → 160g → 100g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Brew Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3:00–3:30\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind coarser to shorten the brew time or finer to extend it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kafiex Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48960569213160,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0775\/3721\/4696\/files\/01_Sebastian_Ramirez_Portrait.jpg?v=1788044108","url":"https:\/\/www.kafiex.com\/products\/sebastian-ramirez-el-placer-red-fruits","provider":"Kafiex Roasters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}