This coffee is from the Altos Chiapas region of Mexico, grown at 1600-1750 meters above sea level. Produced by Vista Hermosa farm owned by Mario Santiz Lopez, a second-generation coffee farmer. The coffee is wash-processed and features Catuai and Typica varieties. Flavor notes include chocolate, mandarin, and prune, creating a simple, clean, and versatile profile.
Pair Cupworks is a specialty micro roastery in Mesa, Arizona, founded by Kimhak Em and Eugenia Tai. Kimhak brings over 30 years of food service experience and a culinary background; Eugenia combines structural engineering with commercial illustration and handles the brand's visual identity. They began roasting in 2017, initially selling beans online while working day jobs, and opened their first coffee bar in 2020. Food & Wine Magazine named them Best Coffee Roaster in the state in 2022. They roast in small batches with the goal of developing clean flavours that respect the work of farmers and producers. Wholesale clients now stretch across the US and into Europe and Asia.
