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Gildardo Lopez

Gildardo López Hoyos is a prominent coffee producer based in the Huila region of Colombia. He operates Finca El Calamar, where he is recognized for producing high-quality, sought-after specialty coffee.

Farm: El Calamar →

History

Gildardo has established himself as a highly regarded producer in the Colombian specialty coffee industry. His work at Finca El Calamar has gained international attention, with his coffees frequently featured by specialty roasters and recognized in regional competitions.

Published coffees linked to Gildardo Lopez

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Research sources & verification

These source links were recorded for this producer profile. They provide a way to check the documented claims; the links do not independently establish each person's identity, current farm relationship or coffee lot.

Research last reviewed: 2026-09-28

  1. Source 1: seycoffee.com
  2. Source 2: crema.co
  3. Source 3: hydrangea.coffee
  4. Source 4: machina-us.com