Covering an area of 32 hectares, Finca Rosita is home to an abundant variety of coffee species, including Java, Catuai, Gesha, Typica, Caturra, Pink Bourbon and of course Pacamara. Pacamara is a hybrid variety that was created by the Salvadoran Institute for Coffee Research in the 1950s. This was done through hand pollination of the Pacas and Maragogype varieties. These two varieties are like a ying-yang as Pacas is a compact, high-yielding and disease-resistant variety that is a mutation of the heirloom Bourbon variety while Maragogype is a tall, low-yielding but high quality variety with a Typica lineage.

The Pacamara variety quickly became known for its complex profile that showcases bright citrus, high sweetness, florals and sometimes a spicy quality. It spread through El Salvador and over the years all the way down to Bolivia. When grown at a high altitude and undergoing a well executed anaerobic natural fermentation, the spicy notes are subdued making room for the bright and juicy notes to shine.

Beloved Grandmother Rosa Angelica Aramayo was a kind, generous, and joyful person who dedicated her life to helping others. She competed in ski tournaments and show jumping. She was also a painter and the president of the Bolivian Red Cross. Most importantly, Rosita was deeply connected to the land and understood the importance of sustainable agriculture practices.

The farm is constantly looking for new ways to improve their sustainability practices to reduce their environmental footprint by investing in cutting edge coffee processing equipment. This helps maximize efficiencies while reducing water consumption and preventing wastewater contamination. The family’s efforts have been recognized and honored by the Caranavi government with the prestigious “Grano de Oro” (Golden Bean) award. This is given to coffee businesses who are committed to creating high quality coffee alongside sustainable jobs for the community.