Mexico, CESMACH

Cup Characteristics: Semisweet chocolate, malt, amaretto, medium – low acidity, medium body

Producer: CESMACH co-op

Region: Sierra Madre, Chiapas

Variety: Typica, bourbon

Process: Fully washed

Altitude: 1,000 – 1,800 meters

The farms operated by the CESMACH co-op are located in the buffer zone of El Triunfo Biosphere Reserve, which is in the highlands of the Sierra Madre. It is one of the most diverse forest reserve areas in the world, and contains Meso-America’s largest cloud forest, as well as a protected natural environment for thousands of plant and animal species. All of the coffee produced here is shade-grown. CESMACH has nearly 500 active members.

12oz. – Whole Bean