We know the origin of every grain
Finca Callejón Seco
Country: Panama
Location: Boquete - Chiriquí
Altitude: 1300-1600 m.a.s.l.
The wild nature of the Panamanian Chiriquí region, rich volcanic soil, and specific mountain climate at the foot of the Barú volcano provide coffee trees with the best growing conditions. The slopes in the Boquete area are renowned for their unique microclimates, where sunny days alternate with cool nights and dense mountain fog. This constant temperature contrast forces coffee cherries to ripen much slower, giving the beans ample time to absorb all nutrients and minerals from the deep volcanic soil. The result is an absolutely exceptional terroir, which translates into the coffee as extraordinary complexity, natural sweetness, and elegant acidity that cannot be replicated anywhere else in the world.
From precise processing to pure taste
On our Panamanian finca, we cultivate varieties such as Typica, Caturra, Red Bourbon, and Geisha. Thanks to our own technological facilities for fermentation and processing, we can oversee every detail directly on the farm. This results in smaller, but all the more exceptional, lots.
A Hundred Years of Coffee Tradition
The coffee farm was founded over a century ago by Germán Taylor's family. They were among the first to establish the tradition of coffee cultivation in the Chiriquí and Boquete regions at the turn of the 20th century. Today, our main contact directly at the plantation is Francisco, who oversees everything and ensures that the legacy of this farm continues precisely in line with our philosophy.
Finca Manantiales del Frontino
Country: Colombia
Region: Valle de Cauca
Altitude: 1500 - 2000 m.a.s.l.
The Valle del Cauca region is one of the most remarkable corners of the Colombian coffee landscape, where wild nature meets the majestic Andes. Its exceptional location at an altitude of up to 2,000 meters, in close proximity to pristine rainforests, creates a truly unique ecosystem. These forests act as a natural shield, maintaining optimal humidity, providing shade for coffee plants, and protecting the rich volcanic soil teeming with life.
Where coffee ripens to the rhythm of the wild
On these Colombian slopes, in close proximity to the native forests, more than ten coffee varieties grow – in addition to the exceptional Geisha, the traditional Red Bourbon also stands out here. Cooler nights, high altitude and stable mountain climate allow coffee cherries to ripen much slower. It is in this pristine environment, where the richness of the terroir naturally intertwines with a responsible approach to nature, that coffee from Valle del Cauca acquires its depth, distinctive aroma, and unmistakable character.
Four Generations Dedicated to One Principle
The Londoño family, now in its fourth generation, meticulously cares for the entire plantation. More than a century ago, the family's founder, Miguel Londoño, planted the first coffee trees here, and today's successor, Andrés, adheres to the same uncompromising principle: "You reap what you sow." It is this 100% dedication to their craft, daily discipline, clear direction, and respect for the diversity of nature that allows them to cultivate exceptional coffee, which we purchase directly from them, without intermediaries.
The combination of their honest, century-proven work and our vision brings forth a cup in which the true story of the people behind it comes alive.
Finca Vicala Laura Suarez
Country: Panama
Location: El Salto, Boquete
Altitude: 1500 - 1780 m.a.s.l.
The El Salto region in Boquete, Panama, represents one of the most remarkable coffee micro-regions, where wild nature collides with the untamed power of the Barú volcano. This high-altitude landscape is known for its steep slopes and constant weather changes, with hot, sunny days alternating with cool mountain winds and a specific dense mist. Deep volcanic soil, extremely rich in nutrients, provides a unique foundation for coffee trees. This entire ecosystem functions as a closed world, giving rise to a terroir of extraordinary purity.
Where Volcanic Power Meets Mountain Chill
In the cooler mountain climate of the El Salto region, near the Volcán Barú volcano, temperatures drop to 13 °C. This coolness, enriched by volcanic soil and the natural shade of the surrounding vegetation, creates ideal conditions for the traditional Typica and Catuai varieties. Coffee cherries ripen much slower here, naturally developing deep sweetness, delicate fruitiness, and a clean, elegant profile.
When the Craft of Coffee Becomes a Family Mission
Behind these exceptional beans is Laura Suárez with her family. Under the Grupo Vicala project, they currently manage the farms Camiseta, Los Limones, and Doña Eira. Laura proudly continues the work of her parents, Vidal Suárez and Eira Gutiérrez de Suárez, who started cultivating coffee in these extreme altitudes in the late 1940s.
The family approach, where each lot receives personal care and respect, gives the coffee a clear origin and strong character. You can feel the honest craftsmanship of people for whom coffee means their entire life.
