Nicaragua SHB II Cielo Estate- Green Coffee

ABOUT THE IL CIELO ESTATE

The coffee beans at Hacienda El Cielo Estate are cultivated in the heart of Nicaragua, nestled in Peñas Blancas at an elevation of over 1,300 meters above sea level in the country’s central region.

With a rich history spanning more than 70 years, this remarkable estate spans 139.4 hectares of coffee trees and an additional 278.9 hectares of untouched wild forest. Managed by the Cerna family since 1990, the estate supports approximately 670 families from the local community, offering employment during both the harvest and off-season. The dedicated coffee growers at Hacienda El Cielo are continuously refining their farming practices and infrastructure to produce coffee of exceptional quality.

THE HISTORY OF NICARAGUAN COFFEE

Coffee was introduced to Nicaragua in the mid-19th century, with the first beans planted along the Pacific coast.

In 1979, Nicaragua endured a devastating civil war that resulted in nearly 40,000 lives lost. The country’s coffee industry suffered further devastation in 1998 when Hurricane Mitch swept through, destroying plantations and vital infrastructure. These catastrophic events triggered a severe coffee crisis that lasted from 1999 to 2003.

During the height of the crisis, many plantation owners ceased paying their workers, leaving families without food or jobs. In desperation, thousands of rural workers gathered along roadsides and public parks, living in dire conditions and demanding food, work, healthcare, and land. After three years of annual marches, the rural workers’ union succeeded in securing small plots of land for over 3,000 coffee-growing families. This historic movement culminated in El Acuerdo de las Tunas, a landmark agreement signed at a school along the Pan American Highway that brought much-needed relief and hope to the coffee community.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Region: Central Nicaragua
Altitude: 1300-1480 meters above sea level
Cultivar: H1/H3, Caturra & Marsella
Process: Washed
Screen Size: 15-20

CUP PROFILE

Very present citrus scent that characterizes lime and green apples, accompanied by an imposing body reminiscent of cocoa. This coffee also delivers a very nice acidity.