LA AMISTAD - Nicaragua Specialty Coffee

The relationship between Panther Coffee’s Joel Pollock and coffee producer Francisco Valle Garcia began over seventeen years ago. Joel remembers sitting with Javier in a rainy parking lot of their favorite Portland, OR hangout and listening as Javier gave detailed instructions to his brother who was managing their coffee farm in Jinotega. At the time, neither Joel nor Javier could have imagined the promise that their working relationship held. Looking back, we are thrilled at Javier’s success and grateful to continue our work together.

La Amistad has returned to our menu year over year with each harvest. Javier’s family has grown coffee for generations and their dedication, skill and knowledge are appreciable in the cup. Throughout the years and despite the inevitable challenges La Amistad has continued to produce exemplary quality coffee. Quality Caturra and Catuaí varieties, high altitude, volcanic soil, ample fresh water and most importantly, the hand of the producer, provide the conditions necessary to produce delicious coffee. Over the years this deliciously approachable coffee has gained a wide audience.

This year’s harvest of La Amistad is soft, supple and approachable with a delicate acidity and sweet butter caramel finish. It has prominent notes of caramel, apricot and milk chocolate and a rich caramel aroma. From our friend Javier we are happy to share with you the aptly named La
Amistad.

PRODUCER: Francisco Javier Valle Garcia
COMMUNITY: Las Cuchillas
DEPARTMENT: Jinotega
ALTITUDE: 1200 M.A.S.L.
LATITUDE: 13° 1'N
VARIETY: Catuaí & Caturra
PROCESS: Fully washed