Coffee Description
This coffee is loaded with black tea, tropical fruit, and caramelized sugar notes paired with hazelnut and almond. Velvety bodied, with a rounded peach acidity, it finishes with caramel and a sweet vanilla finish. Accessible. Balanced. Inviting.
Roast Level from the Roaster
Refers to the roast level in comparison with other coffees from the roaster
Light/Medium
Variety
Parainema
Process
Washed
Elevation
1680 masl
Region
Ocotepeque
About Israel Ventura of Honduras
Among the many special relationships Theodore’s Coffee Roasters’ owner, Darwin Pavon, has developed in his native Honduras, his friendship with the Ventura family is especially close. Of Don Israel Ventura, owner of Finca El Playon, Darwin says, “I can’t really say too many good things about this family! Don Israel loves the farming side of the business. One on my favorite things to do with him is to bring him coffees he hasn’t tried yet, so he always bring the wine glasses out when this happens!”
In his pursuit of coffee perfection, Don Israel grows more than 12 different varieties of coffees at El Playon. This particular coffee is from the Parainema cultivar, developed to resist coffee rust (Roya) and other plant diseases. The beans are larger, similar to Pacamaras. While some disease-resistant varieties seem to lack in flavor, this one does not. In fact, Parainema coffees won the 2017 Cup of Excellence contest in both Honduras and Nicaragua!
Ocotepeque, Honduras
Tilly's Coffee
Tilly's Coffee, formerly known as Theodore's Coffee, is a small-batch roasting company led by Darwin Pavon, a Honduran coffee grower. Our journey began more than two decades ago when we discovered the world of premium coffee and the diverse range of varieties available in the market. Theodore's Coffee was established to bridge the gap between growers and discerning consumers, aiming to address the inequalities prevalent in the coffee industry and secure better returns for growers.
Over the years, we have experienced remarkable growth and recently celebrated five years of roasting excellence in the United States. Our roastery is located in Owosso, Michigan, a charming community adorned with captivating historic landmarks. As a company, we take pride in directly importing 90% of our coffees from dedicated growers in Central America, while the remaining 10% is sourced through our valued partner, CATALYST CONSULTING, who provides us with exceptional Ethiopian coffees.
Our unwavering commitment lies in meticulously roasting each small batch with an unwavering passion, fueled by our curiosity to understand how every customer savors their cup of coffee. Our core values serve as the guiding principles that shape our business:
QUALITY: We meticulously source, roast, and deliver the finest coffees from exceptional farms across the globe.
PEOPLE: We deeply value the hands that contribute to our business, from the growers to our cherished customers, as well as our friends and family.
INTEGRITY: Upholding the highest standards of integrity is paramount to us. We engage exclusively with like-minded companies and individuals who share our commitment to ethical business practices.
For further information or any inquiries, we encourage you to reach out to us at info@theodorescoffee.com. We are delighted to provide you with more insights and answer any questions you may have.
