Cantaloupe

It’s a rare occasion when we’re able to bring a true micro-lot into our Bright Series. With the time and care we put into sourcing, some of the best lots slip through our fingers before we can commit. The moment we tasted Jose & Rosario’s lot, we knew it was something special and we weren’t about to let it slip away.

This bright, juicy, and sweet washed Nicaraguan bursts with notes of star fruit, ripe cantaloupe, and a nostalgic touch of canned fruit salad. There’s something almost Geisha-like in its floral lift, but the clarity comes from meticulous picking, ripe bourbon cherries, and high-elevation magic.

Cantaloupe comes to us from Jose Luis and Rosario’s farm, El Taiwan, nestled in the highest altitudes of Jinotega, Nicaragua. In addition to coffee, they grow cabbage and potatoes, and run a small store out of their home with the help of their children Hazel, Gerson, Luis Miguel, and Angel Joan. It’s a true family operation, built on care, community, and an unwavering commitment to quality.

Skip the TikTok melon salad trend – just grab a bag of Cantaloupe instead.