I have known café altura for about 10 years now. In that time it has been an honor to try a variety of beans, literally everything at this point except for their decafs. I can vouch for saying that of all the local places I frequent for coffee, this is my go-to staple for what I keep at home and at work.
In a pinch I have bought their instant coffee both for myself as well as to gift to others. The flavor is impeccable which I did not believe was possible in an instant coffee beforehand.
Although I do prefer their light and medium roasts, when I want to have a thicker bolder flavor I have been known to brew a dark or two. The ethics and the relationships definitely show through in how well this business has been cultivated.
If you check out their website, you can literally see the exact story behind each coffee Bean as well as what the deal is with the farm that they use. This is not your average coffee roaster, but rather someone with an expertise in the industry that has personal connections and does not abuse them or take them lightly.
A secret all time wish of mine would be to see these beautiful folks hold a cupping for Elites! ...just saying read more