{"product_id":"red-mountain-cafe-lucho-castillo-250g","title":"The Red Mountain Café 100% Arabica Colombiano Lucho Castillo (Castillo koffie) - 250g | Castillo Coffee","description":"\u003ch2 data-placeholder=\"Translation\" id=\"tw-target-text\" aria-label=\"Translated text\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi1y_3a76CFAxV9xAIHHW1aAR4Q3ewLegQIBRAU\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eRoast level - 250g\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-placeholder=\"Translation\" aria-label=\"Translated text\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi1y_3a76CFAxV9xAIHHW1aAR4Q3ewLegQIBRAU\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/2280\/2508\/files\/icons8-coffee-bean-32.png?v=1712656944\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/2280\/2508\/files\/icons8-coffee-bean-32.png?v=1712656944\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/2280\/2508\/files\/icons8-coffee-bean-32.png?v=1712656944\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/2280\/2508\/files\/icons8-coffee-bean-32.png?v=1712656944\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/2280\/2508\/files\/icons8-coffee-bean-32_1.png?v=1712657187\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/2280\/2508\/files\/icons8-coffee-bean-32_1.png?v=1712657187\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA traceable, single-producer Castillo from Playa Rica (Tolima) — bright citrus acidity, floral lift and a clean, sweet finish tuned for a balanced espresso.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003eAt a glance\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeller \/ Brand:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The Red Mountain Group.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct name:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Café Lucho — Castillo (100% Arabica).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Luis “Lucho” Velasquez (Playa Rica, Tolima).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion \/ Altitude:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Tolima, Colombia — 1,600 m above sea level.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 250 g — whole bean (medium roast, roast level: balanced for espresso).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest for:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Balanced espresso (also works well in moka or short filtered brews).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; producer story\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHola from Playa Rica — Lucho (Luis Velasquez) farms this single-producer lot with family care while studying and growing his farm. This lot is offered through The Red Mountain, giving direct traceability from farmer to cup.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003eTasting profile\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAroma:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e gentle florals and fresh citrus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCup:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e bright citric acidity with berry and stone-fruit sweetness, subtle chocolate\/honey undertones, and a clean, balanced finish — classic Castillo character when well-grown and roasted.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003eWhy this coffee matters\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCastillo is prized in Colombia for its resilience and ability to express bright acidity and fruit notes when properly managed; here it’s presented as a balanced, approachable espresso that highlights sweetness without heavy bitterness.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003eBrew \u0026amp; recipe suggestions\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBalanced espresso (start point):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 18–20 g dose → 36–40 g yield (1:2), 25–30 s extraction, fine grind. Tweak to taste.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMoka pot (3-cup):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 15–18 g, medium-fine grind, preheat water, brew over low heat; remove when the top chamber sputters. Yield is concentrated and syrupy — great for milk drinks.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShort filter (if preferred):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 1:16 ratio (e.g., 16 g : 256 g water), medium grind, bloom 30–45 s; total brew ~3:00 — highlights citrus and floral notes.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003eRoast \u0026amp; storage notes\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoast level:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Medium roast — balanced to preserve acidity and sweetness while delivering enough body for espresso.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRoast date:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Write roast date on the bag at roast. Best enjoyed \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e7–28 days\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e after roast based on preference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Keep whole beans in an airtight container away from heat, light and humidity. Grind immediately before brewing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003eProduct facts\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Castillo (100% Arabica).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 1,600 m.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Tolima, Colombia (Playa Rica \/ Tapias region family farms).\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 250 g, whole bean.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p3\"\u003eProduct card\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eSingle-producer Castillo from Luis “Lucho” Velasquez — traceable Tolima lot.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eBright citrus acidity, floral aromatics and clean sweetness — tuned for balanced espresso.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003eMedium roast, 250 g whole bean — perfect for modern espresso and moka lovers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLetter from the Producer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"191\" class=\"\"\u003eHola! My name is Luis Velazquez, but my friends call me Lucho.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI’m from Playa Rica, a small village in the mountains of Colombia. I inherited my family’s farm when I was 11 years old, after life changed in ways I didn’t expect. Today, at 15, I grow coffee, avocados, and bananas, while going to school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"707\" class=\"\"\u003eIt hasn’t been easy. Farmers like me are often forced to sell our coffee for unfair prices. But I’m not giving up. My dream is to see my coffee reach Europe, and thanks to The Red Mountain, I’m even learning English. (Scan the QR to hear me speak!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"849\" class=\"\"\u003eMy coffee is 100% Arabica, grown with love, patience, and deep respect for the land.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"137\"\u003eI drink it every morning, black and without sugar, just the way my grandmother makes it—because she is the sweetness in my life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"849\" class=\"\"\u003eMy coffee has smooth, bright cup with floral notes and hints of berries, chocolate, and honey. Perfect for a balanced espresso or a clean filter brew\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGracias Lucho\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cpre class=\"tw-data-text tw-text-large tw-ta\" data-placeholder=\"Translation\" id=\"tw-target-text\" aria-label=\"Translated text\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi1y_3a76CFAxV9xAIHHW1aAR4Q3ewLegQIBRAU\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003c\/pre\u003e","brand":"The Red Mountain Group","offers":[{"title":"250g","offer_id":51812324311378,"sku":"30","price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":51812324344146,"sku":"50","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/4917\/7682\/files\/red-mountain-cafe-lucho-castillo-luis-velasquez-tolima-250g-desapega.png?v=1760946672","url":"https:\/\/www.desapega.nl\/en\/products\/red-mountain-cafe-lucho-castillo-250g","provider":"Desapega","version":"1.0","type":"link"}