Description
This Colombian coffee represents more than a generational family business, deeply rooted in the Colombian coffee industry. The Ángel family legacy dates back to the beginning of the 20th century, when Don Alejandro Ángel, a visionary coffee exporter, pioneer of the coffee trade Colombian coffee on the world stage. Despite the challenges of his time, Don Alejandro’s firm belief in the unique qualities of Colombian Arabica coffee led him to unprecedented success, establishing him as an innovator in the industry.
Inspired by this remarkable legacy, Pedro Echavarría, great-grandson of Don Alejandro, ventured into coffee cultivation more than three decades ago. Recognizing the importance of choosing the perfect region for growing coffee, Pedro chose Santa Bárbara, located in the picturesque Andean mountains of Antioquia. Here, the ideal microclimates, volcanic soils and altitude will provide the perfect canvas for growing exceptional coffee. Starting with modest beginnings, Pedro tirelessly expanded his operations, acquiring several farms in the Santa Barbara, Fredonia and Amagá regions.
Today, Finca Santa Bárbara comprises five sister farms, with Loma Verde being the largest among them. With more than 75 hectares, Loma Verde contributes significantly to the renowned production of “specialty coffee” for the world. Pedro’s son, also named Pedro, has joined the family business, raising the quality of the coffee through innovative processing techniques and meticulous supervision at every stage of production. Together with coffee director Leonardo Henao Triana, he combines art, science and industrial rigor to create coffees of excellence for the continuous search for the best Colombian coffee.
