Blind Assessment: Sweetly fruit- and nut-toned. Plum, pistachio, magnolia, baking chocolate, oak in aroma and cup. Crisply sweet structure with brisk acidity; velvety-smooth mouthfeel. The finish consolidates to suggestions of plum, pistachio and oak.

Notes: Certified USDA Organic and Fair Trade. From an admired growing region in the southernmost Colombia Department of Nariño and comprised of the Castillo, Caturra and Colombia varieties of Arabica; processed by the wet, or washed method (fruit skin and pulp are removed before drying). Founded in 1990, Lexington Coffee is an award-winning artisan roasting company based in Virginia. Lexington’s focus on fresh, distinctive and sustainable coffee is reflected in its motto, “Fresh, Flavorful & Fair.” Visit www.lexingtoncoffee.com or call 800-322-6505 for more information.

The Bottom Line: A friendly, balanced Colombia cup with pleasing stone fruit and rich nut notes as throughlines.