The Oaxacan coffee growing region, found within the Sierra Madre del Sur coastal mountain range, is home to numerous small family farms, each consisting of just a few acres of land. More than 4000 producers from 134 communities and 45 producer associations have consolidated their efforts into an umbrella cooperative called Coordinadora Estatal de Productores de Café del Estado de Oaxaca or, in short form, CEPCO.

The co-op has helped producers gain access to credit and certifications, led the leaf rust recovery effort, and has supported thousands of producers with programs to renovate their farms and increase their production of organic fertilizers. Investments for road improvements and the establishment of local warehouses and dry-mill facilities are also coordinated through CEPCO. Their collective efforts have established superior producer income to support better agricultural practices and an improved livelihood.

Mexican Altura coffee beans are considered to be of the highest quality. Higher elevations with thinner atmospheres and cooler temperatures mean the plants grow slowly—the result is a denser, richer bean with complex flavours. Roasted to a medium roast, this coffee has soft notes of pecan and brown sugar followed by a refreshing and subtle orange-citrus finish. One sip and you’ll see what you’ve been missing!