Guatemala La Colmenita

From Onyx Coffee Importers

“When Francisco Cardona (pictured left) bought La Colmenita or “The Beehive” his vision was to produce the best quality coffees possible, by planting varieties known for excellence and investing heavily in innovative farming techniques. Primarily Francisco cultivates Caturra and Bourbon varieties beneath chalum, garavilea, and mature pine trees.

Francisco called his farm “The Beehive” because he loves his bees. Happily buzzing about the farm pollinating his coffee plants, bees make the honey which provides a secondary income for the farm”

“Francisco is incredibly resourceful, investing nearly all profits from coffee sold back into the farm. He’s beloved in the local community, a kind and cheerful presence. Those who know him well call him ‘Chico Cardona'”