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Bolivia, a landlocked country nestled amidst the majestic Andes Mountain range, boasts a vibrant coffee industry despite facing several obstacles. The rugged landscape and remote location of the coffee-producing region, Caranavi, create logistical challenges for the farmers. Adding to the complexity is the competition between coffee cultivation and traditional coca leaf production, with the latter often proving more profitable. In the midst of these hurdles, a remarkable story of perseverance and success emerges from the Yungas region. Here, the cooperative known as Cooperativa Agropecuaria Bio Arabica (Bio Arabica) has blossomed from the collaboration of twelve coffee-producing families with a common...

Attention all coffee and cocktail lovers! Get ready to experience the Carajillo coffee cocktail featuring Licor 43 which you can now source at a number of liquor stores in Alberta.  The name "Carajillo" traces its roots back to the days when Cuba was under Spanish rule. Originally known as "Corajillo" (derived from the Spanish word "corage," meaning courage), this beverage is said to have been cherished by soldiers fighting in the independence war. They believed that sipping on this unique blend of coffee and liquor bestowed them with the bravery needed to face the battlefield. As time went on, the name...

Unlock the full potential of your coffee brewing journey with a concise yet essential list of must-haves and nice-to-haves. Regardless of the brewing method you prefer, these items will elevate your brewing experience and allow you to fine-tune your creations to perfection. At the core of repeatability lies a game-changing must-have: a weight scale. Achieve consistent results every time by maintaining the ideal bean-to-water ratio. Adjust your brew to perfection by increasing or decreasing the ratio, adapting it to your preferences. My personal choice, the Jennings CJ 4000 scale, handles up to 4,000 grams with precision. For the ultimate precision,...

We are heading back to the farm to comment on the latest happenings since our last note. The rainy season began in May but was not as wet as in prior years. There has been a lot of talk about La Niña this year, and well, it means less rain. To put it in perspective, rainfall in May was 70% less than last year and 60% less than our five-year historical average. It is still early in the season, but less rain will likely impact future yields. It is not all bad since the last five years were very wet....