Sudan Rume Natural (Floral Symphony)

Colombia | El Diviso | Jose Lasso | Sudan Rume Natural (Floral Symphony) | Signature Series

Sudan Rume is a rare and genetically pure Arabica coffee variety originating from the Boma Plateau in South Sudan — one of the birthplaces of Arabica itself. It’s part of the Coffea arabica species but distinct from the more common Ethiopian landraces, offering a unique genetic profile that contributes to exceptional flavour potential. Though naturally low-yielding and delicate to cultivate, it produces cherries of remarkable aromatic complexity, making it highly prized among specialty coffee producers and competition roasters.

In the cup, Sudan Rume is celebrated for its refined clarity and floral intensity, often expressing notes of jasmine, tropical fruit, and delicate citrus with a silky, tea-like texture. Its rarity and cup quality have made it a foundational parent in modern hybrid development — notably contributing to renowned varieties such as SL28, Ruiru 11, and Sidra. Because of its limited production and demanding growing conditions, coffees labelled as pure Sudan Rume are exceptionally scarce and sought after by roasters chasing distinctive, high-scoring lots.

The natural process involves drying whole coffee cherries under the sun, allowing the beans to absorb flavors from the fruit as they dry. This results in a coffee with a heavy body, fruity sweetness, and complex flavors. It’s commonly practiced in Ethiopia and Brazil, where the climate is conducive to sun-drying.

kola syrup, red plum, cherry, and perfume, with a bright acidity and a silky texture. Finishes with a honeyed and cherry aftertaste (Sudan Rume Floral Symphony Natural)

Colombia | El Diviso | Jose Lasso | Sudan Rume Natural (Floral Symphony) | Signature Series - When is peak flavour?

Suggests a harmonious and complex blend of floral notes, appealing to coffee connoisseurs seeking a refined taste experience. You will find a diverse and fragrant bouquet reminiscent of jasmine, rose and lavender.

Sudan Rume is a rare, high-quality wild coffee variety known for its disease resistance and vibrant flavour profile, featuring notes of orange, pomegranate, honeysuckle, red berries and nutmeg. Discovered in 1942 on the Boma Plateau in South Sudan, near the Ethiopian border.

El Diviso is a family-run coffee farm located in the highlands of Pitalito, Huila, Colombia, at elevations ranging from 1,750 to over 1,900 metres above sea level. Founded by Jose Uribe Lasso and now led by the next generation, El Diviso has become one of the most influential names in modern Colombian specialty coffee. The farm spans approximately 14 to 16 hectares and is dedicated to producing meticulously crafted microlots that reflect both terroir and process.

Under the leadership of Nestor and Adrian Lasso, El Diviso transitioned from traditional washed coffees into experimental, competition-level production. Today, the farm is known for rare varieties, advanced fermentation techniques, and repeatable processing protocols that have made its coffees favourites among top roasters and baristas worldwide. You can read the full El Diviso story on our blog .

Jose Lasso represents the third pillar of the Lasso family’s work at El Diviso, contributing to both farm management and experimental production alongside his brothers. Based in Pitalito, Huila, Jose plays a hands-on role in varietal trials, fermentation experiments, and the day-to-day execution of post-harvest processes that underpin the farm’s reputation for precision and consistency.

Working within the family’s collaborative structure, Jose helps translate experimentation into repeatable outcomes, ensuring that innovation remains practical and scalable at the farm level. His involvement reflects El Diviso’s broader philosophy: that progress comes from shared responsibility, careful observation, and disciplined refinement. Learn more about Jose’s role and the full El Diviso family story in our producer deep dive.

We sourced this competition coffee lot through LOHAS BEANS who work directly with the farmer and air freight the beans as soon as they are ready from processing.

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Lohas Beans is a Colombian exporter that works alongside some of the country’s most respected and forward-thinking producers, helping bring standout Colombian coffees to the global stage. Their lots have appeared in competitions, been served in top cafés around the world, and enjoyed by dedicated home brewers. While Lohas Beans are not producers themselves, they source and offer distinctive, high-quality lots for discerning coffee drinkers by collaborating with leading Colombian producers, including the Vergara Brothers, the Lasso Brothers, Jhonathan Gasca, Orlando Ospina, and Paola Trujillo.