Our Canto de Quetzal coffee beans are from the land of Tapachula (between the waters), Chiapas. This is the homeland of the beautiful Quetzal bird, which was believed by the Mayan civilisation to be the incarnation of the god Kukulcán (known by the Aztecs as Quetzalcoatl).  Due to its particular form and outstanding long tail, they referred to it as the Feathered Serpent.
 
We have named this coffee Song of the Quetzal, to reflect the importance of our Mexican heritage and the rarity of the speciality coffee beans grown in this land.
 
Jungle, sea, volcanos, clouds and sun. Such natural conditions in Tapachula are perfect for harvesting coffee of a superior quality. 
 
What makes this coffee special?
 
Canto de Quetzal is pure arabica coffee with a refreshing palate. A distinctive flavour; it has complex, fruity notes, reminiscent of juicy blackcurrants and sweet raisins.
 
How do we achieve this tantalising flavour? In addition to the unique natural ecosystem which supports this coffee, farmers implement a technique known as polycropping. This method is named as such as it involves growing several crops in the same land. In our case, this results in more complex, tastier, coffee. You can read more about polycropping here.
 
Roasted at the origin, Canto de Quetzal coffee beans are a medium roast. How you prepare your coffee determines the strength; for a stronger brew, use around 15g of ground coffee (per cup) in a french press. 

Available to order as whole beans, or your preferred grind. Select your brewing method, and we will grind your beans to order.