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The origin of coffee

At MABÓ , we look at quality, origin and story. Each producing country is more than just a place on the map — it’s about the people, the terroir, the microclimates and how each farm expresses its character through different stories of taste, culture and emotion.

Coffee producing countries

Coffee finds its place where climate, altitude and soil meet in harmony. Most specialty coffee beans grow in what we call the “Coffee Belt” — a belt that encircles the Earth between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn, where conditions are ideal for the coffee bush. This region is home to over 70 producing countries, each with its own terroir, rhythm and character.

Brazil

World leader, providing almost 40% of global production

Vietnam

The second largest producer, known mainly for Robusta

Colombia

Synonymous with balance and consistency

Ethiopia

The homeland of Arabica coffee, with unparalleled genetic diversity

Indonesia

Where volcanic soils give rise to dense, full-bodied coffees

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Brazil

Brazil is the world's largest coffee producer — a country where coffee is part of the national identity.
From the plateaus of Minas Gerais to the Cerrado and Espírito Santo, stable climatic conditions and moderate altitudes provide ideal terrain for Arabica.
Brazilian coffees are known for their full body, natural sweetness , and notes of chocolate, nuts, and caramel .
They are balanced, affordable coffees that provide a solid base for complex espressos and refined blends.
For MABÓ, Brazil means consistency and depth — a coffee that builds balance, not just taste.

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Colombia

Colombia is synonymous with balance and harmony.
Here, the Andes mountain ranges offer varied microclimates, fertile soils, and altitudes exceeding 2,000 m.
Colombian coffees are among the cleanest and most precise in the world, with fine acidity, velvety body , and notes of red fruits, caramel, and sweet citrus .
They are versatile coffees, suitable for any preparation method.
For MABÓ, Colombia means clarity, consistency and tradition , a coffee that speaks in perfect balance between sweetness and freshness.

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Kenya

Kenya is a benchmark for precision and aromatic intensity.
High altitudes, volcanic soils, and careful processing give rise to coffees with vibrant acidity and notes of currants, berries, and red wine .
Beans from the SL28 and SL34 varieties are renowned for their exceptional clarity, making Kenyan coffee some of the most expressive in the world.
For MABÓ, Kenya means energy and light — a coffee that does not go unnoticed, but turns every sip into a moment of revelation.

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Panama

Panama is the country that redefined the notion of single-origin coffee.
On the cool, shady slopes of the Boquete region, the Gesha variety has become a symbol of excellence.
Panamanian coffees are refined, with intense floral aromas , elegant sweetness , and notes of honey, tropical fruits, and tea .
They are rare, delicate coffees with impressive clarity.
For MABÓ, Panama means finesse and art —the place where coffee becomes liquid poetry.

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Nicaragua

Nicaragua is a country with a deep agricultural tradition and a diverse terroir, shaped by mountains and volcanic soils.
The Matagalpa and Jinotega regions produce coffees with balanced body, mild acidity , and notes of chocolate, almonds, and yellow fruits .
They are warm and harmonious coffees, which bring a feeling of familiarity, but with a subtle elegance.
For MABÓ, Nicaragua means warmth and balance , a coffee that brings you closer to the essentials — simple taste, done well.

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El Salvador

El Salvador is a discreet jewel of Central America, with small-scale farms and a patiently cultivated culture of quality.
Varieties like Bourbon, Pacas and Pacamara grow here at high altitudes, offering coffees with velvety body, natural sweetness and notes of caramel, red apples and cocoa .
It is an origin that combines tradition with refinement. For MABÓ, El Salvador means calm elegance and depth , a coffee that does not shout, but whispers in detail.

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Ethiopia

Ethiopia is the birthplace of Arabica coffee—the place where it all began.
Here, native Heirloom varieties grow freely, and each region (Yirgacheffe, Sidamo, Guji, Limu) tells a different story.
Ethiopian coffees are floral, fruity, complex , with aromas of jasmine, tea, honey and tropical fruits .
They are lively, expressive coffees, with a bright clarity and a delicate texture.
For MABÓ, Ethiopia is the pure essence of coffee , a place where taste and history merge.

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Peru

Peru is one of the most promising origins in South America, with a growing focus on quality and sustainability.
Peruvian coffees often come from small farms located at high altitudes, where microclimates give rise to balanced profiles.
In the cup, it offers delicate body, clean acidity and notes of chocolate, nuts and red fruits .
They are mild, yet surprisingly complex coffees.
For MABÓ, Peru means authenticity and balance — a coffee that speaks about people and respect for nature.

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Guatemala

Guatemala is a country of contrasts — mountains, volcanoes, and microclimates that give the coffees a unique depth.
Regions like Antigua, Huehuetenango and Cobán are synonymous with consistent quality.
Guatemalan coffees have rich body, medium to high acidity , and notes of cocoa, caramel, and dried fruit .
They are round, balanced and expressive coffees.
For MABÓ, Guatemala means harmony and depth — a coffee that combines the strength of the earth with the finesse of taste.

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Costa Rica

Costa Rica is the pioneer of specialty coffee in Central America.
Here, innovation goes hand in hand with respect for nature — from honey processing to farms experimenting with micro-batches and controlled fermentations.
Costa Rican coffees have exceptional clarity , citrus acidity , and sugarcane sweetness , with impeccable balance.
They are coffees that express precision and refinement.
For MABÓ, Costa Rica is curiosity and perfectionism , a coffee that shows what happens when passion meets science.

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