About Bolivia Green Coffee Beans
Bolivia has a very unique climate for growing coffee beans especially in the most common places like La Paz. There is a perfect mix of peak elevation, climate, and soil nutrients to continue cultivating the beans in Bolivian farming conditions. The distinction of this unique subtropical climate brings out the floral aromas and bright citrus flavors. The traditional small-scale family farms cultivate more mocha, chocolate, and caramel flavors because of the slower maturation and careful processing typical of Bolivian coffee. Caranavi is widely recognized as high quality and sold here most frequently as it involves these indigenous traditions of Bolivian coffee production. The green coffee options are produced by native groups from these Northern Bolivian areas. The high quality comes from a combination of higher peak elevation of 8500 feet, subtropical climate, and nutrient rich soils. The temperature plays a large role in the quality of the beans as it regularly adapts with the growing seasons. The vibrant and complex flavors come from the indigenous traditions of processing after the unique high altitude low yields. In Bolivian style coffee plants a sweeter taste with larger expanse of flavor profiles develops from the cherries ripening slowly. With all the organic processes passed through generations, these growers care about quality over quantity. The special climate of Caranavi enhances natural floral aromatics and produces bright, citrusy, and acidic palettes. The specific region is located between the Andes mountain and the Amazon Basin provides the perfect distinct humid climate and soil vitality to develop the beans to perfection. The commitment to quality through Bolivian growing is unmatched in character as it reflects the history, culture, specific environment, and passed down craft of coffee farming.
A Brief History of Coffee in Bolivia
The coffee lineage in Bolivia started with settlers near the late 1800s introducing coffee plants to the country’s diverse environment. With the Andes mountains and Amazon basin, this country became an ideal expanse for coffee growing. Coffee farming developed through family owned farms and became an indigenous practice throughout this region. La Paz is a very popular area for coffee bean production and the Yungas area specifically produces extreme amounts of their coffee quantities. This section of La Paz is very well known for their high quality beans as the Yungas are characterized by its tropical climate and higher altitudes. This coffee began to rival Europe in the 19th century with its mocha profile, but it could not keep up the same exports after production because the industry was underdeveloped at this time. Production slowed until the roasting and grinding materials were introduced which increased local processing and consumption. At this time coffee production was heavily reliant on the support of other countries because there were many limitations to exports. The political climate impacted Bolivia specifically with the trade policies and regulations on indigenous agriculture. Coffee cultivation was prioritized over other agricultural goods, specifically cocoas which were popular for Bolivia to cultivate. Organizations began supporting Bolivian coffee production to facilitate growth until their coffee beans became a global good. There were events to increase recognition and admire the unique tastes of Bolivia’s arabica coffee beans. Bolivia is now recognized as a significant producer and the Yungas region continues to lead the country's coffee industry. From small-scale generational farming practices to high valued global productions, Bolivian coffee adapted to the needs of its community.
The Caranavi contains most of Bolivia’s coffee bean farmers and provides 90% of its coffee bean production. Bolivia boasts a great climate for coffee bean growing with its hot, humid air and high altitude, which allows the bean to ripen longer, creating more deeply flavorful beans. Because the country is poor, not many companies know how excellent their coffee beans are, which is why we are delighted to offer them to you.