Nicaragua–Datanlí

Region: Jinotega

Altitude: 1100 -1500 m.a.s.l 

Varieties: Catuaí, Caturra, Catimor

Process: Washed

Cupping notes: Orange, Cocoa Nibs, Almond Nought 

Cupping score: 86.75

Datanlí is produced by medium and small-scale producers from close to Datanlí, a small town inside the municipality of Jinotega. This town and the community which lives there is famous for being self-sufficient and welcoming to travelers, who come from all around the world to witness a unique example of the coexistence of environment and man. Here the agriculture which takes place does not detract from where it grows but forms part of the greater ecosystem.

Jinotega is a coffee-producing department in Nicaragua known for being highly productive and focusing on commercial qualities. However, in the last decade, there has been a change in production systems and coffee processing practices focused on achieving a balance between quality and productivity. This has led producers to produce high-quality coffees consistently. About 7 producers contribute to Datanlí blend, and they manage 10-15 hectares of farms where they have grown mainly varieties such as Catuai, Caturra, Catimor, Parainema, Obata, and Java, which have adapted very well to the micro-climate and soil types. In this region, growers are part of the Caravela Education Program and receive only personal support year after year. Over time we have established fruitful relationships with whom we have worked for more than 5 years. Also, each harvest, we welcome new growers committed to the production of sustainable high-quality coffees while implementing environmentally friendly practices.