From Farm to Cup: A Guide to Our Puerto Rican Coffee Process
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At 787 Coffee, our journey begins not in a coffee shop, but on a farm in the mountains of Puerto Rico. Our "Farm to Cup" story is not just a slogan; it's our promise to you for a truly authentic experience. Every single bean you enjoy is a product of our direct relationship with the land, connecting our coffee shops and your morning ritual to the rich volcanic soil of Hacienda Iluminada and partnering coffee farms in Puerto Rico, Mexico and Colombia.
The Birthplace of Flavor: Hacienda Iluminada
Started in the highest mountains of Maricao, Puerto Rico, our farm is where the magic begins. The unique environment here is the foundation of our signature flavor. The fertile volcanic soil, a constant flow of moisture, and temperature swings from hot days to cool nights all work together to make the coffee cherries ripen slowly. This deliberate, slow process concentrates their natural sugars, making the final coffee beans taste richer and more complex.
This direct relationship with our farm allows for complete transparency and traceability. When you buy a bag of our single-origin coffee, you can be certain of its origin and the ethical practices behind it. We believe that if it's GOOD for the EARTH, it's GOOD for YOU.
FUN FACT: Maricao, Puerto Rico is known as the "Town of the Indian Villages." The name comes from a local legend that the secluded mountain area was a place of refuge for the Taíno people who were escaping from the Europeans during the Spanish colonization.
From Cherry to Bean: The Honey Process
Once the coffee cherries are perfectly ripe, they are hand-picked by our team. We then use a "honey process," a masterful and water-conscious method where the coffee cherries are de-pulped but dried with their natural sugars still intact. This process is magical; it not only saves water but also enhances the sweetness, body, and flavor complexity of the final cup, preserving the delicate, natural notes of the coffee's origin.
The Perfect Roast: Unleashing the Flavor
Our commitment to quality doesn't end in the fields. We roast our coffee beans to a perfect medium roast, a choice we make to preserve the unique personality of the land it was grown on. This signature roast allows the coffee's origin story to shine through, ensuring that a rush of flavors hits your mouth like fireworks going off on your taste buds.
When you choose 787 Coffee, you're not just buying a bag of coffee beans; you are supporting a sustainable earth, and you are ensuring our farmers are paid more than fair wages. Our price reflects the true quality and care we take at every single step of the process. Hand picked in the USA or in similar farms that pay prmium and care for sustainable coffee, eco-friendly coffee.
Live the Story, Don't Just Drink the Coffee
Every bag of 787 Coffee delivers the same reliable, delicious flavor you’ll fall in love with, transporting your taste buds to Puerto Rico with every sip. Look for other single origin coffees that we sell at 787 Coffee: Mexican Coffee, Colombian Coffee.
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Visit us in person to experience a piece of Puerto Rico right here in the U.S. and say hello to our baristas, the "coolest humans you'll ever meet".
At 787 Coffee, our passion for exceptional coffee begins with a commitment to sourcing only the finest, ethically sourced single-origin beans from rural farms. We meticulously hand-pick every coffee cherry, ensuring each bean is a product of our sustainable practices and dedication to quality. This careful approach ensures that every bag of our specialty coffee delivers a premium taste and supports our promise to build a more sustainable world, from our farm directly to your cup.
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To summarize…
Experience the authentic "Farm to Cup" journey of 787 Coffee, where every single-origin bean is ethically sourced from our own Hacienda Iluminada in the mountains of Puerto Rico or from partner farms in Puerto Rico or Mexico and Colombia. Our unique honey process, a sustainable method, enhances the coffee's natural sweetness and flavor, which our signature medium roast preserves perfectly. This commitment to quality ensures that every coffee bag you buy supports our communities and delivers a delicious, consistent flavor that brings the story of our farm directly to your cup.
