Nuevo Horizonte Colombia FW

Nuevo Horizonte farm encapsulates a long-term vision and a living tribute to perseverance. Elmer bought the land 25 years ago and kept the name of the farm (which translates to ‘New Horizon’) as a nod to the hope it represented. He now lives there with his wife and daughter, both of whom play an active role in coffee harvesting.

Elmer is a third-generation coffee grower and for the past 14 years he has focused exclusively on producing high-quality specialty coffee. What started as an interest in added value has become a journey of experimentation and precision. Today, his coffee offers not only full traceability but also complex sensory profiles that speak to the farm’s unique microclimate and volcanic soil.

The farm spans 2.5 hectares and holds approximately 10,000 coffee trees, shaded by plantain and fruit trees. The high altitude and fertile, volcanic soils of Vereda Canaan make it ideal for producing specialty-grade coffee. Elmer is best known for his standout Pink Bourbon, though he also cultivates Colombia and Caturra and has started working with Chiroso as part of his continued push for quality and differentiation. He manages the farm with a small team of five, including one permanent worker and four seasonal staff, keeping operations consistent across both main and mitaca harvests.

Only red, ripe cherry is handpicked and floated to remove defects. After dry pulping, coffee is sealed in transparent bags for 36 to 48 hours under controlled temperature conditions and constant monitoring. Once complete, coffee is fully washed with clean water and dried in raised beds over 15 to 20 days to ensure stable moisture levels.