Organic Queen Bee Coffee, 5lb whole bean

The guiding philosophies of Clave de Sol, a small familial association of 11 coffee farmers in Marcala, Honduras, focus on the regeneration of soil, conservation of biodiversity, and the multiplication—or sharing—of knowledge. Miriam Elizabeth Perez Zelaya is the association’s president, and for her, organic farming is not just about the coffee trees that she cares for, it is about the connections between all living things, from the soil to the people to the cosmos. Miriam is passionate about circular farming, using byproducts like the coffee skin in compost. On her farm, she takes it a step further and incorporates the energies of the earth known as ‘prana’, a practice that recognizes that the energy of the air, sun, earth, water, and universe are all connected. After taking courses and learning from others, she began practicing pranic medicine and incorporating crystals and colors on her farm. Clave de Sol is cutting-edge in terms of sustainable farming practices, but also in their skill and innovation in processing techniques after harvest. Organic Queen Bee is a honey-processed coffee, processed without water, making it one of the most environmentally conscious methods. The ripe coffee cherries were carefully harvested, held for 24-36 hours in a cool environment, depulped to remove the skin, and again held for 12-24 hours before being spread out to dry in the sun for 8-15 days. This allows the coffee to undergo two levels of natural fermentation, imparting intense sweetness and beautiful fruity notes.