Belén is named after producer Olman Sauceda's daughter and features the rare Chiroso varietal. This coffee is from Nueva Segovia, Nicaragua, grown at 1650-1750 meters altitude. Chiroso is a highly prized variety with Ethiopian landrace roots, though it was first discovered in Colombia in the early 2000s. The name "Chiroso" is rural Colombian slang for "elongated," referring to the shape of the beans. This sun-dried natural processed coffee offers flavor notes of melon, candied pecan, and a silky mouthfeel. Known for floral notes similar to Gesha but with a sweeter, fuller body and some herbaceous flavors.
Jake, Joe, and Herb Brodsky founded Novo Coffee in Denver, Colorado in 2002, establishing a family owned operation in the RiNo/Five Points neighborhood that has now operated for over two decades. Their Loring roaster, powered by Ferrari motors, roasts fresh daily to order, ensuring customers receive beans at peak freshness. A relationship driven sourcing approach, summarized by their motto Get Closer, shapes how the roastery builds direct connections with coffee producers and customers alike. This philosophy of proximity and connection has become the foundation of their reputation within Denvers vibrant coffee community.
