Region: Las Flores, Santa Barbara
Elevation: 1650 masl
About: Proud Mary’s connection to the Santa Barbara region of Honduras began all the way back in 2012, when we were introduced to a small group of producers situated around the town of Peña Blanca, close to the shores of the stunning Lake Yojoa. More than a decade later, that group of producers has grown in number, and our relationships have deepened.
Ovidio Gomez was among the members of that initial group. A man of few words, Ovidio has a gruff exterior, often with a machete in hand, but beneath it sits a deep care for the land and his community. His coffees have developed a loyal following among our staff and regular customers, with each new release eagerly anticipated.
Parainema is a variety developed by the Instituto Hondureño del Café (IHCAFE) for high cup quality and resistance to coffee leaf rust and other diseases. Grown at high altitude in the misty microclimate surrounding Lake Yojoa, Ovidio’s natural Parainema is wild and expressive.
