Santa Maria, a groundbreaking coffee project led by Mildred Daza, is a testament to women’s empowerment in the coffee industry. Situated in Santander near Aratoca, this initiative comprises six farms and embodies a commitment to organic coffee cultivation. Mildred, wife of La Pradera owner Oscar Daza, oversees the project, ensuring it meets the highest standards of Rainforest, organic, Manos de Mujeres, and Bird Friendly certifications.
Situated 1700 meters above sea level, Santa Maria cultivates various coffee varieties, and its unique agroforestry practices contribute to its rich flavors. Mildred, alongside Alba and Luz, manages the entire coffee production process, emphasizing quality and sustainability.
Beyond coffee, Santa Maria’s story is one of female strength and leadership. Andrea, Mildred’s niece, is being prepared to continue this legacy. The project’s vision extends beyond coffee cultivation; it’s about creating a lasting impact, promoting autonomy, and fostering sustainable practices in the industry.
I was gladly impressed by the quality and the taste of the Alpaca Coffee. Since the opening, you can feel the freshness of the product by its smell. Then, I prepared the coffee by using a moka – the grinding size was perfect for it- and had a delicious Colombian coffee with its characteristic fruity smooth flavour. I would highly recommend this product, not only for the quality of the coffee but also the excellent service and personalisation of the order.
This is great stuff. For those that don’t know, Nestor Lasso is a big name in specialty coffee in Colombia, with his entire farm split up into micro lots, with all processing done to make top-shelf specialty coffee.
Great service from the team to ensure quick delivery too.
Café de uma cremosidade incrível com notas bastante acentuadas de menta e cítricos. Dos melhores que experimentei
Muy sabroso y rico