All of our coffee is grown organically and, to a smaller extent, even biodynamically (Demeter). This means no chemical fertilizers, no pesticides, sustainable water management, etc.

Depending on the cultivation region, our highland Arabicas are nurtured, cared for, picked by hand and carefully selected in small coffee gardens under shade trees.

The high altitude allows the coffee berries to grow slowly, which results in pronounced flavors and greater resilience of the plants. Companion planting with trees and crops not only improves water consumption and soil quality in these forest gardens, but also provides a haven for birds, bees and other animals which, in turn, leads to fewer pests. Harvesting, however, is pure manual labor, particularly with the coffee gardens often lying on steep hillsides. But it’s worth it.