Does Ecuador Grow Good Coffee?
Does Ecuador grow good coffee? You bet it does! So why does Ecuadorian coffee fly under the radar when it comes to excellent specialty coffee?
The phenomenal quality of Ecuadorian coffee often comes as a surprise because it isn’t nearly as well-known as other coffee origins. As one of the smallest South American countries, Ecuador’s coffee output is also small. In addition, the “focus is very much on small-scale family farms rather than mass production” (per the article “Ecuadorian Coffee: The Complete Guide For Coffee Lovers” by HappyGringo.com).
Complicating matters even further is that younger generations have not picked up coffee farming the way older generations did, so the average age of a coffee producer in Ecuador is around 60.
And because Ecuador has an economy based on the U.S. dollar, production costs are high as workers get paid more—thus, growing coffee in Ecuador is quite costly.
“Yet it would be a mistake to think of Ecuador’s coffee production as simply being in decline. For a small country, Ecuador has an impressive amount of diversity – in climate, in varieties, and in farms and farming practices” (per Perfect Daily Grind).
Ecuadorian coffee is known for its sweetness, creaminess, fresh fruity flavors, and floral aromas. Other characteristics include juicy, jammy, complex, balanced, and bright.
Ecuador’s winning “combination of regular rainfall, rich volcanic soils, gentle shade and pure water sources” (HappyGringo.com) make it a wonderland for growing coffee. We can confirm that our beautiful Ecuador—a paradise in so many ways—is home to outstanding, unique coffee.
We hope to spread the word about Ecuadorian coffee, to help put it on the map as the most underrated specialty coffee origin—and to welcome you not only to try our delicious coffee but also to visit our amazing country!
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The view on the road to our specialty coffee farm in Ecuador