El Encino La Abanera, Honduras, Washed
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Nestled in the highlands of Puringla, La Paz, Honduras, Suany Mileny Masariegos cultivates coffee at her farm, El Encino with a blend of heritage and innovation. Located at altitudes of 1,650 to 1,750 metres, the farm benefits from cooler temperatures and rich clay loam soils that enhance her coffee's quality and complexity. Suany manages plots of IHCAFE-90, a variety developed for Honduran conditions, and despite challenges like rust susceptibility, her precise agronomy and selective picking ensure clarity, sweetness, and structure in each harvest. The La Abanera lot showcases her commitment to quality, with cherries hand-picked at peak ripeness and fully washed to reveal the variety's elegance. Through careful fermentation and slow drying on raised beds, Suany draws out layers of caramel, toffee, apricot, red apple, and orange blossom, reflecting both place and care. Supported by a collaboration with Project Origin, Suany benefits from market access, feedback, and sustainable premiums. Her work exemplifies a new generation of Honduran producers redefining their country's specialty coffee reputation. The La Abanera lot is a testament to Suany's skillful farming and vision for a future balancing tradition and ambition.
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