Chiapas, Mexico - Dark

Chiapas accounts for the largest share of coffee production in Mexico – a whopping 40% of the country’s total harvest. The coffee is grown here at an altitude of between 1,300 and 1,700 meters above sea level, where it benefits from the varying altitudes, specific microclimates and nutritious volcanic soil. Enjoy this organic coffee!

Mexico is characterized by contrasting landscapes and rich traditions. It has everything from vast deserts and snow-capped mountains to cloud forests and breathtaking coastlines. Thanks to its central location, close to both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, Mexico offers perfect conditions for coffee cultivation. The most important coffee regions in Mexico are Chiapas, Veracruz, Oaxaca and Puebla. Since the conditions differ between the regions, Mexican coffee exhibits a great variety of flavors.

Coffee arrived in Mexico in the late 18th century. For a long time, coffee production was dominated by a few landowners. After the Mexican Revolution in the 1920s, land was redistributed to the indigenous population, which meant that many large haciendas were broken up. Since then, coffee has been grown mainly by small farmers, each cultivating a few hectares of land.

In the 1970s, coffee was finally recognized as an important export commodity that contributed to rural development. In the following decades, the Mexican government invested heavily in promoting coffee production. By 1990, Mexico had grown to become the world's fourth largest coffee producer. At that time, coffee was a cornerstone of the national economy. Unfortunately, this development came to an end shortly after, as a result of the "coffee crisis" of the 1990s, which led to a drastic decline in production.

Over time, farmers began to collaborate and form cooperatives to recover from the crisis. The cooperatives offered their members technical assistance, training, marketing and financial support. They also supported indigenous producers and promoted sustainable coffee production.

• Mexico, Chiapas
• Score: 84/100
• Grows: 1300-1700m
• Arabica: Bourbon
• Process: Washed
• Deep notes of dark chocolate and smooth fudge meet with a fresh, elegant touch of orange. The roasting gives a round and full-bodied character with soft sweetness, balanced acidity and a long, pleasant aftertaste.

We ship coffee that has rested up to three weeks after roasting when available, and roast to order when needed. We ship coffee within one week of ordering. Free shipping on orders over 699 SEK. within Sweden.