Sundays invite us to slow down. Between the aroma of freshly ground coffee and the calm of the morning, there’s room for stories—stories that remind us that behind every cup lies an entire life.

Today, we travel—without leaving home—to the mountains of Boquete, Panama. There, on fertile soil where the mist gently touches the coffee trees, the Garrido family has made coffee not just a crop, but a living heritage.

Boquete - Panama · 1,300 masl - 1,450masl 

Cool microclimate and volcanic soils that enhance the complexity in every cup

Why Panamanian Coffee Is Truly Unique

Panama has earned its place on the global coffee map thanks to volcanic soils, high altitudes, and diverse microclimates that produce some of the world’s most exclusive varietals. Beyond awards and auction records, families like the Garridos remind us that coffee is, first and foremost, a story of people, land, and tradition.

A Family Tradition in Boquete

Nestled in the highlands of Boquete, Chiriquí, Garrido Specialty Coffee carries a legacy passed down through generations. Each family member has contributed to the farm’s evolution—modernizing processes, introducing new techniques—while preserving the heart of coffee: the art of careful cultivation and selective hand-picking.

For the Garridos, coffee is not a commodity. It’s a way of life. Coffee is not mass-produced; it is nurtured with patience.

The Harvest: More Than Work, a Celebration

During harvest season, the farm becomes a gathering. Neighbors, relatives, and workers return to the coffee fields with laughter, songs, and stories. Children learn to recognize a perfectly ripe cherry by its color, its shine, even the sound it makes as it drops into the basket.

This rhythm of life is woven into every bean. For the Garrido family, coffee is both a crop and a living memory, passed down with care and respect.

From the Mountains of Panama to the World

The quality of Garrido Specialty Coffee has been recognized well beyond Panama. Their lots often reveal exceptional notes—jasmine, tropical fruit, cacao—flavors shaped by the unique terroir of Panama’s highlands.

Beyond tasting notes and cupping scores, each cup delivers something richer: the essence of a mountain, the joy of a harvest, the resilience of a family who keeps humanity at the heart of excellence.

A Sunday Invitation

As you sip your coffee this Sunday, imagine its journey—from the fertile soils of Boquete to the quiet of your kitchen. Every sip carries more than flavor; it carries the story of a family, their traditions, and their dream to share Panama’s finest with the world.

Because drinking Panamanian coffee is not just about enjoying an exceptional brew. It’s about taking a seat at the Garrido family table and sharing, even in silence, a piece of their life.