Alexia Mejia Finca Liquidambar - Anaerobic Washed Parainema

Size: 8 oz / 227g
Roast: Light

Finca Liquidámbar is a small, family-run Honduran coffee project built from the ground up with a clear mission: to produce high-quality coffee in a way that is thoughtful, resilient, and sustainable. The farm is named after the Liquidambar tree—abundant in the region—whose autumn leaves and sweet sap symbolize the transformation of forest and land into the “liquid amber” found in each cup.

The coffee grows beneath a diverse forest canopy high in the mountains, where the farm sits among the clouds and overlooks sweeping landscapes. Cultivating coffee in this environment requires both care and courage, reflecting the dedication of the people behind it.

Like many small producers, Finca Liquidámbar faced extraordinary challenges during the pandemic, including the loss of their entire first harvest, financial strain, and emotional exhaustion. Despite these setbacks, Alexia Mejía and her family continued forward, guided by the belief that just as harvests continue, so do dreams. That perseverance has resulted in consistent, verifiable quality, with coffees placing among the Top 30 of the 2023 Honduras Cup of Excellence and gaining recognition from international buyers.

For this Parainema lot, cherries are harvested and rested in sacks for 24 hours before undergoing anaerobic fermentation in sealed barrels for 16 to 24 hours, depending on the coffee’s condition. The cherries are then washed, pulped, and carefully dried to a final moisture content of 11–12 percent, resulting in a clean, expressive, and balanced cup.

This is one of our most personally meaningful coffee releases to date. After years of conversation and shared cuppings, we’re proud to finally offer a coffee from our friend Alexia Mejía of Finca Liquidámbar—our first direct purchase from her farm.

We first met Alexia at a Honduras cupping session at the Boot Coffee campus, where a simple introduction grew into a genuine friendship. Over time, conversations about coffee, challenges, and shared goals turned into the possibility of working together. Making that a reality this year means a great deal to us.

In the cup, this Parainema is vibrant and distinctive. It opens with a crisp, sweet apple character, then transitions into bright kiwi and juicy purple plum as it cools. A subtle herbal tea note runs underneath, adding complexity without overwhelming the profile. The result is an exceptionally clean and expressive Honduran Parainema that clearly reflects the care and intention behind its production.

We’re truly excited to share this coffee and hope you enjoy it as much as we do.