The Santander region, in the Andes, is characterised by its river valleys and rugged terrain, including the famous Chicamocha National Park. Today, this mythical region is writing a new chapter, being recognised for its variety of speciality coffees, the fruit of the hard work of the farmers and producers who have made it one of the most internationally renowned Colombian coffees. Santander currently holds the record for the most important certification programmes, motivated by the quest for high quality, respect for the environment and the well-being of farming families and communities.
Santander is a historic department, the cradle of Colombian independence and home to hard-working families. The agricultural production system is not based on monoculture, with farmers growing a range of crops including cocoa, pine and tobacco, as well as raising cattle, poultry and goats. It is one of Colombia's leading producers of organic coffee, thanks to its shady plantations and average farm size. Despite its low altitude, the cup profile is characterised by notes of cocoa, almond and walnut, medium acidity and full body.
