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Arturo Paz, from Santa Barbara, Honduras
Arturo Paz is a 45-year-old coffee producer located in El Dorado, Santa Barbara, Honduras. His farm, Finca El Itacayo, spans 3 hectares at 1,600 m.a.s.l. Here, he grows Pacas (70%) and Geisha (30%) varieties.
Arturo begins his Washed process by depulping cherries each afternoon, then dry-fermenting the parchment for 16 hours. The coffee is washed four times with abundant water before being dried for approximately 15 days on concrete patios, with continuous hand-sorting throughout to ensure an even drying.
From Mill Worker to Competition Winner
Arturo is a third-generation coffee producer who grew up working at Beneficio San Vicente, where he learned the all the intricacies of processing. For 15 years, he has worked alongside specialty coffee farmers, absorbing the very knowledge that would shape his own path.
In 2007, he bought his first property, Finca La Colmena, planting it entirely with Red Catuai. By 2009, he was producing his first specialty microlots and since 2011, Arturo has participated in the Cup of Excellence competition, earning notable placements over the years.
In 2018, he acquired Finca El Itacayo where he planted a diverse mix of varieties. His first harvest from this farm came in 2021, and after three years, he is now producing consistent, high-quality here.
We connected with Arturo through Beneficio San Vicente, have been working with his coffee since 2024, and we are excited to showcase his coffees and build this relationship!
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