This coffee is meticulously harvested from lush farms located in the beautiful landscapes of the La Paz department in south-western Honduras, close to the Montecillos Reserve. Revered by the indigenous Lenka inhabitants to be called "The Place of the Rock", this region owes its name to the rugged mountainous terrain dotted with forest canopy. With its clay loam soils and mild climate, La Paz has ideal conditions for coffee cultivation. Bathed in sunlight filtering through the dense foliage, the local coffee trees produce smaller but high quality fruit. These coffee trees thrive in the shade next to the tall banana trees, contributing to the rich biodiversity of the region.

 

In particular, Montecillos has the distinction of being the first region in Honduras to be granted the prestigious Geographical Indication status for the famous Café de Marcala. This recognition underlines the exceptional quality and distinctive flavour profile of the coffee beans grown in this fertile region.

 

Among the most respected coffee exporters in the region is Cafe Villa Florida, known locally as Caviflor. Founded forty years ago in the quaint town of Marcala in the Montecillos region of south-western Honduras, Caviflor is dedicated to the art of growing and exporting coffee. Their commitment to quality and tradition has made them a cornerstone of the local coffee industry, representing the rich heritage and unique craftsmanship synonymous with Honduran coffee.