LA AMISTAD - Nicaragua Specialty Coffee

NOTES: Sweet Orange, Dulche De Leche

The relationship between Panther Coffee’s Joel Pollock and coffee producer Francisco Javier Valle Garcia began over eighteen years ago. Joel remembers sitting with Javier in a rainy parking lot of their favorite Portland, OR hangout and listening as Javier gave detailed instructions to his brother who was managing their coffee farm in Jinotega.

At the time, neither Joel nor Javier could have imagined the promise that their working relationship held. Finca la Amistad has returned to our menu with each years’ harvest. Looking back, we are thrilled and grateful to continue our work together.

Javier’s family has grown coffee for generations and their dedication, skill and knowledge are appreciable in the cup. Quality Caturra and Catuaí varieties, high altitude, volcanic soil, ample fresh water and most importantly, the meticulous work of the producer, yield a delicious cup of coffee. This year’s harvest of La Amistad is soft, supple and approachable with a delicate acidity and sweet dulce de leche finish. From our friend Javier we are happy to share with you the aptly named La Amistad.

PRODUCER: Francisco Javier Valle Garcia COMMUNITY: Las Cuchillas DEPARTMENT: Jinotega ALTITUDE: 1200 M.A.S.L. LATITUDE: 13° 1'N VARIETY: Catuaí & Caturra PROCESS: Fully washed

Produced by Francisco Javier Valle Garcia in the Jinotega region of Nicaragua, La Amistad represents the meticulous standards of Panther Coffee. This lot is processed using the fully washed method, a technique often employed to highlight the inherent clarity and acidity of the bean. You can learn more about how this approach influences the final cup in our guide to processing methods.

In the cup, this coffee presents a profile defined by sweet orange and dulce de leche. While these specific descriptors offer a starting point for your sensory experience, you may find it helpful to reference our flavor wheel to identify additional nuances. Washed coffees are frequently celebrated for their clean, vibrant profiles, allowing the terroir of the Jinotega region to shine through with precision. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this Nicaraguan selection offers a balanced and approachable look at the region's specialty output.