Opalaca, Espresso - Honduras

High in the mountains of Intibucá and Lempira, Honduras, a community of smallholder producers is working to grow exceptional coffee while protecting the landscapes that sustain their livelihoods.

This organic coffee comes from COMICOVEL, a cooperative established in 2016 with a shared commitment to sustainable agriculture, forest conservation and the protection of local freshwater sources.

COMICOVEL grew out of the Blue Harvest Project, an initiative led by Catholic Relief Services to help coffee-growing communities develop more resilient and environmentally responsible farming practices. Through organic cultivation, tree planting and improved water management, its members are working to preserve the region's natural ecosystems while strengthening the long-term sustainability of their farms.

This lot is produced from the Lempira variety and processed using the traditional washed method. After depulping, the coffee undergoes 18–24 hours of fermentation before being thoroughly washed and slowly dried for 14–20 days on concrete patios or raised beds inside greenhouses.

In the cup, this is a comforting, well-rounded espresso with rich notes of chocolate and caramel fudge. Bright citrus and green apple bring a gentle lift, while nutty undertones and warming brown spices add depth. A smooth, bittersweet chocolate finish ties everything together.

• Region: Intibucá, Opalaca
• Country: Honduras
• Elevation: 1,500 masl
• Variety:  Lempira
• Process: Washed