Colombia - Cundinamarca - Hacienda Misiones - Washed by Sail

This coffee is a washed Castillo, oxidatively fermented for 18 hours at Hacienda Misiones, located in El Colegio, Cundinamarca.

What makes this coffee special is the human connection behind every step. A committed, united team brings it to life, people who not only work on this land, but live on it and care deeply for it. Their sense of purpose, pride, and constant pursuit of excellence are reflected in every cup, as recognized by the clients and visitors who’ve experienced it firsthand.

Our Castillo variety has earned recognition over time. Initially for being one of the largest plantations of its kind, with over 700 hectares under cultivation. Today, although the planted area has decreased, the coffee continues to stand out for its unique flavor profile, drawing attention from diverse and distant markets.

Just two hours south of Bogotá, on the road to El Colegio and near the iconic Tequendama Falls, lies Hacienda Misiones. Founded in 1899 by Don Pedro Londoño and partners, this estate has been led by three generations and is today under the stewardship of Luis Fernando Lloreda Londoño. Its name, Misiones, comes from the religious missions once carried out here, where the estate hosted gatherings and community activities that shaped its history.

For over a century, Hacienda Misiones has combined tradition with responsible farming practices. The estate is dedicated to sustainable agronomy, using preventive and eco-friendly methods rather than aggressive chemical interventions. While minimal use of non-residual chemical inputs is applied, great care is taken to protect pollinators, preserve soil microbiota, and encourage biodiversity. Weed control is managed through pre-sowing herbicides and manual practices such as scything and hoeing, fostering a natural balance with native flora.

Today, Hacienda Misiones employs around 80 full-time workers, most of whom live on the estate in homes assigned to each project. More than just a coffee farm, it is a living legacy of tradition, community, and environmental stewardship. 

"My journey into coffee was driven by family legacy. More than a century ago, my grandfather introduced our family to this sector, planting the roots of what today is Hacienda Misiones. For me, taking the lead of this project was not only an inheritance but also a responsibility — one I could not overlook, given what this estate has meant to our family history.

Having always been connected to the agricultural sector, my vision with Misiones has been to position it as a solid company that generates dignified employment and drives rural development. We want people to see coffee as a product crafted under the highest standards of quality and sustainability, while also inspiring future generations to believe in, and work for, this sector.

At Misiones, coffee is more than a crop it is a legacy that challenges us every day to innovate, to remain competitive, and to continue creating meaningful impact in our land and community".