Colombian Coffee Auctions Hit Record US$420/lb as Specialty Demand Surges

Specialty coffee lots from Colombia's Caldas and Cauca regions sold at record prices of US$420 and US$400 per pound at recent auctions, with Amor Perfecto paying US$13,860 for 33 pounds. This reflects sustained premium demand for ultra-high-end coffee, though volumes are tiny and the broader market impact is limited.