Carmen Montoya
A pioneer in Chiroso coffee, Carmen won the 2014 Cup of Excellence and now mentors farmers, elevating Urrao’s coffee reputation worldwide.
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The Chiroso Queen of Urrao
Carmen Montoya has been a coffee farmer for 23 years. Since childhood, her parents instilled in her a love for coffee and the art of being a coffee farmer. She started with a small plot of an unknown variety in the region, putting all her effort into the processing of this coffee. Her dedication was recognized when she won the Cup of Excellence in 2014 with the coffee she affectionately named ""chiroso,"" a term adopted by her and fellow coffee farmers. Carmen was one of the pioneers in cultivating this coffee in her region.
Today, she is a leader within her community, assisting other coffee farmers in improving processes on their farms. Carmen strives to make Urrao's chiroso coffee recognized worldwide for its quality and the human talent behind it. Her commitment to the craft has not only brought her personal success but has also contributed to elevating the reputation of chiroso coffee from Urrao globally.
Bella Vista
Nestled at an elevation of 2,000 meters above sea level, this farm stands as one of Carmen's primary estates and is among the oldest Chiroso plantations in Urrao. It's here that the magic unfolds—a place where Carmen's dedication to coffee cultivation has not only produced exceptional beans but also inspired a community. Surrounded by neighbors eager to learn, many are now adopting Carmen's techniques, fostering a collective pursuit of excellence in coffee production.
2000 m
5 Hectares & 4 employees
Chiroso
October - January
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