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Orgullo Latino--Coffee and Latin American Culture

The Importance of Latin American Representation in Specialty Coffee
Honoring Our Roots: An Immigrant’s Perspective I was born in Zona 14 in Guatemala City, Guatemala.  After a series of setbacks that led to a journey throughout four different countries in Latin America, my family was able to immigrate to...
How Coffee Companies Buying Farms Further Hurts Coffee-Growing Communities
I want to address a trend that’s being touted as a positive development in the coffee industry: US coffee roasters’ vertical integration through the opportunistic acquisition of coffee farms. The narrative goes like this: owning a farm streamlines the supply...
Meeting our partners at COOPARM in Peru
This June, our Producer Relations Manager, Sara Velásquez, embarked on an inspiring journey to meet our partner farm of nine years, COOPARM, in Peru. COOPARM - Our Partners in Peru Sara: Visiting COOPARM involved a journey deep into the Amazonas...
PLANTING OPPORTUNITY AND IMPACT: MAYORGA COFFEE’S SEEDLING DONATION TO LA HERMOSA CO-OP, GUATEMALA
Mayorga Coffee donates 30,000 coffee seedlings to La Hermosa’s co-op members in Guatemala, creating an opportunity to generate $2.8 million in income for small farmers. We have been collaborating with La Hermosa Co-op for over 12 years. Through our constant engagement...
Meeting the producers of San Juan Co-op in Bolivia
We constantly meet our coffee partner farms in Latin America and engage with our producers. I'm Sara Velásquez, Mayorga Coffee's Producer Relations Manager. Join me as I spend time with our new partner San Juan Co-op! San Juan Co-op - Our partners in Bolivia...
The World Coffee Roasting Championship: Thank you!
Our Director of Coffee Eduardo Choza competed at the World Coffee Roasting Championship 2024 in Copenhagen!  We jumped into the plane to Copenhagen to cheer him on and so did the Mayorga community, with all of your lovely messages. Watch our...
Watch Our Producers Cheer for Eduardo at the World Coffee Championship
Eduardo Choza, Mayorga's Director of Coffee is competing at the World Coffee Roasting Championship in Copenhagen. In a show of support, our producers have sent Eduardo heartwarming videos wishing him good luck. Check out the video below to see their...
Sustainable Initiatives with Role Model Coop Capucas, Honduras
These initiatives enable small-scale farmers to secure higher returns, access modern equipment, and build long-term relationships with coffee buyers.
Mayorga Coffee Competing at the World Coffee Championship
We'll kick off our journey to the world stage with an Instagram Live on Thursday, 6/13 at 6pm EST.
Mayorga Coffee’s Eduardo Choza Wins US Roaster Championship 2024: Exclusive Interview
Last weekend at the Specialty Coffee Association Expo (SCA) 2024 in Chicago, our Director of Coffee, Eduardo Choza, triumphed in the prestigious US Coffee Roasters Championship, securing the title as the nation’s top roaster.
What is a Microlot Coffee?
Microlot coffee focuses on uniqueness, quality, and the pursuit of the extraordinary. Whether you're a seasoned coffee nerd or a budding enthusiast, exploring microlot coffee is a delightful adventure in taste and discovery.
Roasting Coffee: As Told by the Top Coffee Roaster on the East Coast
The unique flavors and aromas of Latin American coffees are often the result of meticulous roasting techniques that accentuate the inherent qualities of the beans.
How do I brew coffee as good as a coffee shop?!
In the quest to brew coffee as good as your favorite coffee shop, remember that the journey lies in understanding and mastering the basics of coffee brewing. While there's a wealth of advice out there, controlling three key variables will undoubtedly transform your coffee journey forever.
Unmasking Coffee Buzzwords
Look for those who instead of creating content, are documenting their process, brands that are doing the right thing don’t have to create something from nothing. 
The Rising Brew: Café Cubano's Deserved Popularity in the United States
Café Cubano's journey to national recognition may be a gradual one, but its extraordinary flavors, rich history, and ability to foster social connections make it a deserving candidate for greater popularity in the United States.
Rich Coffee Traditions: Exploring Latin Brewing Methods
From the café cubano to the Mexican cafetera, discover the diversity of brewing methods in Latin America; methods which are deeply tied to the region's history and heritage.
The Influence of Indigenous Farming Practices on Modern Coffee Production
While we at Mayorga Coffee don’t doubt your appreciation for an excellent cup of coffee, have you ever considered the sustainable roots that lie beneath its cultivation? 
¿Nos tomamos un cafecito? El significado cultural del café en América Latina
¿Es el café una parte importante de la vida en América Latina? ¡Absolutamente! Conozca más sobre la historia del café en América Latina y su importancia social en la región.
Los Cortadores: los héroes anónimos de la industria del café
¿Cómo es realmente la vida de los recolectores de café en América Latina? ¿Y cómo podemos mejorar la equidad para los trabajadores agrícolas en la industria del café?
La intrincada red de calidad y precio del café: generar valor para productores y consumidores
¿Alguna vez se ha detenido a preguntarse exactamente por lo que está pagando cuando compra una taza de café? Profundizamos en el costo del café y el impacto que su compra puede tener en las comunidades cafetaleras.
La Ley Anti-Deforestación de la UE: ¿Más daño que bien?
¿Qué significa la nueva ley contra la deforestación de la UE para los productores de los países en desarrollo? ¿Y cómo podemos proteger a las comunidades vulnerables?