Cultivated with Dignity
Our coffee farm is nestled in the Sierra de la Botija forest, named in 2017 a UNESCO world heritage site due to its biodiversity.
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Our Farm Has a Story
Our farm is unique. Our agronomist team is led by and made up of women farmers who share a heritage of coffee. Because we are committed to the people behind the coffee bean, we pay our agronomists above established fair wages, effectively uniting heritage and livelihood again on the mountain.
Growing
The flavor you enjoy in our coffees is a result of the high elevation, the perfect balance of sun and shade, the volcanic soil, and of course the Arabica tree it comes from, all thanks to the daily care each tree receives year-round from our agronomists.
Harvesting
Our agronomists comb the entire farm four times during each harvest season with steady, discerning hands in order to preserve the health of each tree and to pick the ripened coffee cherry only when it's ready.
Roasting
Coffee roasting is an artisan skill. The amount and type of heat, its duration and how it is applied, determine everything from the aroma to the first sip and its after notes. Our roasts always show our coffees to best advantage.
From Our Farm to your Cup.
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Rooted in Dreams: A Young Woman’s Path to Change
Mayela, a 17-year-old from a small village surrounded by green mountains, lives with her grandfather. God has gifted her with a heart full of dreams and a deep passion for nature. Her educational journey began at Lazarus Academy, where she not only gained theoretical knowledge but also developed values that shaped her as a person. Upon graduating high school, Mayela knew her story was just beginning. She decided to enroll in a forestry program, determined to help preserve the environment of her beloved homeland.
Honoring Sister Karla
At 24 years old there were not many opportunities for Karla. She was newly married and had a young daughter. The rugged rural mountains where she had grown up and lived in her entire life hadn’t afforded much. In particular she didn’t have the opportunity to continue learning in high school. But what she did learn was how to work. Both Karla and her husband were committed to helping their young family get ahead. He farmed and she worked anywhere she could, often picking tomatoes or peppers for farmers in the region. The days were long, the pay was bad, and the treatment was worse.
