Juan Martinez

The state of Veracruz is the first region of Mexico to have seen coffee back in the 18th century. Coffee has always thrived in this region, where soils and climate are very favourable to coffee cultivation.
This coffee is produced by Juan Martinez, Finca Los Deseos, in the region of Coatepec, Veracuz. 
It is shade grown, some of the shade trees have been here for many years.
Coffee varietals initially planted in Coatepec were typica and bourbon. In 2012 leaf rust devasted many coffee farms accross Veracruz, and Juan had no other choice but to explore alternative varietals that adapt to new climate conditions at his altitude. This lot is sarchimor, a leaf rust resistant varietal.
The coffee is processed at Ernesto Perez´ mill, who is a Q processor certified producer living nearby.