Field Day

Day 1

Micro-Mill Visit:

Visiting a coffee micro-mill offers a unique opportunity to delve into the heart of coffee production, where quality is carefully cultivated and transformed with artisanal precision. Micro-mills operate on a smaller scale, allowing for greater control over each stage of the coffee processing—from the reception of the cherry to drying and final selection.

During this experience, visitors will witness up close the sustainable practices many small producers use to ensure high-quality coffee, learn about the different processing methods (washed, honey, natural), and understand how every decision in the process impacts the final cup profile.

In the afternoon, we will visit a dry mill, exploring a crucial stage of coffee production where much of the final bean quality is determined before reaching the cup. The dry mill handles the post-drying process, including activities such as hulling, grading, polishing, and packaging the green coffee beans ready for export or roasting.

At this stage, the dried parchment layer is removed, beans are sorted by size and density, and defects are eliminated through manual or semi-mechanical processes. All of this takes place in an environment where traceability and attention to detail highlight the uniqueness of each coffee lot.

Day 2

Visit to Café de Altura de San Ramón

Café de Altura de San Ramón Especial S.A. is more than a coffee company—it’s a journey through the picturesque coffee-growing region of San Ramón. Founded in 2004 by a group of passionate coffee enthusiasts, their mission is simple yet profound: to bring exceptional coffee to the world.

They work with 3,800 coffee producers across four different regions, each contributing to the rich tapestry of flavors found in their beans. Their approach is rooted in quality, sustainability, and environmental protection, backed by multiple certifications that reflect their unwavering commitment to excellence.