This coffee is sourced from indigenous smallholder producers in the Tenejapa region of Chiapas, Mexico. Grown at altitudes between 1,000 and 1,350 meters in volcanic soils, this lot features a blend of Caturra, Typica, Costa Rica, and Marsellesa varieties. The coffee is processed using a washed method, which includes overnight fermentation followed by 12 to 18 days of sun-drying on patios. This process is designed to preserve clarity and highlight the distinct regional character of Mexican coffee.
Founded by Curtis Zimmerman, a former international bicycle racer who discovered Nordic coffee culture during his travels through Europe, Presta Coffee emerged in 2012 with a coffee cart before establishing itself as a roastery in 2014. Operating using a 15kg Joper Roaster with the belief that "coffee is meant to be shared," Presta has served Tucson for over a decade with a philosophy rooted in integrity and passion.
