The Paguaga family estate operate five farms across Nicaragua and the Santa Lucilla dry mill as part of their Café Vidita brand. This washed ‘Amarillo’ blend, roasted by Crankhouse, is a handpicked selection from lots across their estate, specifically picked by importer This Side Up for its smooth and creamy praline and milk chocolate character, well balanced by a touch of orange acidity that’s got us dreaming of Christmas chocolates.

Rina and René Paguaga have created a model for other farmers in the region through their careful attention to the Nicaraguan eco-system. Previously a coffee origin blighted by corruption and a lack of transparency, their place as a community leader offering fair wages and prices gives hope for Nicaraguan coffee market.

These coffee beans are really versatile, calling for a rich and hearty cafetière or a silky smooth espresso