Narino (department, Colombia)

Narino is Colombia's southernmost coffee department, bordering Ecuador at extreme altitude: 1,800-2,300 m, among the highest in the country. The proximity to the equator means intense sunlight despite the altitude, creating slow cherry maturation and high sugar development. Cup profile: bright lime and mandarin acidity, caramel sweetness, clean finish. Narino is the origin of Colombia's most expensive Cup of Excellence lots. The Cooperative Expocafe and producers in La Union and Linares are key quality producers.