El Ocaso

Set between 1,800 and 1,840 metres above sea level in the rolling hills of Salento, El Ocaso is a 30-hectare farm run by third-generation coffee grower Santiago Patiño.

The land was first purchased by Santiago’s grandfather and father in 1985, and what began as a mixed farm has grown into a focused, quality-driven coffee project.

El Ocaso is a reflection of both tradition and progress—a family’s commitment to thoughtful farming.

Over the years, Santiago has introduced a wide range of varietals—Gesha, Sidra, SL28, Tabi, Papayo, among others—each chosen to explore the potential of the farm’s unique microclimate.

A diverse mix of native shade trees protects the coffee and helps slow down cherry maturation, encouraging higher sugar content and a sweeter, more complex cup.

The farm is guided by sustainable, organic practices. Cherry husks and other organic waste are composted and returned to the soil, while naturally occurring microorganisms are used to protect the plants from pests and disease without chemicals.