A 100% Arabica coffee from Honduras, sourced from the Combrifol Cooperative (Cooperativa Mixta Regional Brisas de la Frontera Limitada) in the Marcala region. Grown at 1400–1600 meters altitude by indigenous Lenca farmers, cultivating varieties including Catuai, Bourbon, Typica, Lempira, and Pache. Harvested July through December, processed using honey method. Certified organic and fair trade. Tasting notes include cocoa, orange, date, almond, dark chocolate, praline, candied fruits, and honey. Intensity rated 5/10. Suitable for espresso, moka, filter, and French press.
Origin
Marcala (Honduras)
Flavor Notes
Cocoa, Orange, Almond, Dark Chocolate, Honey, Date, Praline, Candied Fruit
Florent Gout founded Esperanza Café in 2012 in Saint Denis, just north of Paris, building a roastery committed to 100% organic and fair trade certified coffee. The name, meaning "hope" in Spanish, reflects the company's mission to create positive impact through transparent, direct sourcing relationships with farming communities. Every bean that passes through their roaster meets strict organic standards, ensuring quality and sustainability go hand in hand. Esperanza has since expanded internationally with a location in Barcelona, carrying the same principles across borders. Their focus on traceability and ethical practices has earned them a loyal following among conscious coffee drinkers in the Paris region and beyond.
