A washed Ecuadorian coffee from 40 producers organized as Cosmel Merino in the Chito, Zamora Chinchipe region, cultivated at 1400-1900 meters altitude. Grown from local Arabica cultivars, this coffee features a slightly creamy body with bright green apple acidity and undertones of apricot jam and kiwi.
Founded in 2008 by Steve Kraus in Phoenix AZ, Press Coffee Roasters employs Loring Smart Roasters to achieve consistent, quality results across their production. Their philosophy emphasizes direct trade and relationship based sourcing that honors coffee farmers' work and expertise. With multiple café locations throughout the Phoenix metro area, Press Coffee has become deeply embedded in the local community while maintaining their commitment to sourcing transparency and roasting excellence.