Single-origin coffee from the Zongolica Sierra
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18.6483° N, 96.9328° W
Built for sugarcane liquor, kept alive by six generations of one family.
Finca Coyametla was founded in the heart of the Zongolica Sierra in 1830 by Nicolás Zavaleta. Built to produce the finest sugarcane liquor, Finca Coyametla’s legacy now flourishes anew, not only with its original pursuit, but also with the cultivation and production of exquisite coffee beans.
The grand Zavaleta estate, Finca Coyametla, embodies a legacy that has transcended generations. The path to its current stature as a farm, however, has been fraught with challenges. Throughout its history, the estate has faced trials brought on by agrarian, social, and economic hardships.
Now, as the sixth of the line, Alexia assumes the mantle of stewardship. This carries with it an immense commitment, a great responsibility, but above all, an enormous pride.
One hillside, one bean, and three pillars: productivity, environment, and the people who work here.
Our coffee is a single-origin bean, meaning it comes from a specific region – Finca Coyametla. This, combined with the unique interplay of humidity, rain, wind, and the very composition of our soil, imbues our coffee beans with exceptional organoleptic characteristics. The result? A cup brimming with exquisite aroma and flavor.
Beyond exceptional coffee, we strive for a holistic approach. Our mission encompasses three pillars: productivity, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility. We achieve this through innovative cultural, environmental, and social practices, ensuring the sustainable quality of our product and verifiable traceability from farm to cup.
This commitment aligns perfectly with our interest in agroforestry systems. With expert support and supervision, we’re embarking on a transformative journey in 2024, dedicating one hectare of our land to this sustainable farming practice.
The sixth generation of the hacienda, and the third to give it to coffee.
Inheriting a rich legacy from Orizaba, Veracruz, Alexia Zavaleta Guraieb leads the sixth generation of her family’s hacienda and the third dedicated to coffee. Her mission is to elevate Mexican coffee on a national and international stage. Alexia embodies the spirit of a new generation of Mexican coffee producers: driven for excellence, environmentally conscious, and dedicated to social responsibility.
For the past three years, she has been dedicated to the production and processing of differentiated and specialty coffees in the high mountains of Veracruz, specifically in Zongolica. Driven by a passion for environmental responsibility, Alexia has transformed a portion of the farm into an agroforestry zone. This commitment to soil regeneration reflects her focus on sustainable practices and aligns with her vision of being part of a new generation of Mexican coffee producers.
Equally important to Alexia is the well-being of her workers, who she recognizes as essential collaborators:
There would not be good results without all the collaboration and commitment of the people who help me achieve this.
The Finca
The estate, its shade forest, and the work of a harvest.