Mill's Reserve - La Florida

Guatemala

Brew Days

Tuesday, Saturday

Tasting Notes

Caramel, Citrus, Cocoa

The Sierra de las Minas Advantage

The cool temperatures and high humidity of the Sierra de las Minas create a unique microclimate, allowing coffee cherries to mature slowly, enhancing their sweetness and complexity. However, the region’s constant drizzle presents challenges for drying—challenges that Teo has overcome by constructing specialized polytunnels to maintain optimal drying conditions.

Meet Teodoro “Teo” Engelhardt Ortega – A Legacy in Guatemalan Coffee

Teodoro “Teo” Engelhardt Ortega is a fourth-generation coffee farmer dedicated to producing exceptional coffee in the Sierra de las Minas region of Guatemala. As the steward of both Finca La Florida and Finca La Bella, Teo continues his family’s legacy, managing two of the most renowned coffee farms in El Progreso, Guatemala.

Commitment to Quality & Sustainability

Teo’s farming philosophy blends tradition and innovation, ensuring that every step of the coffee production process meets the highest standards. His sustainability initiatives include:

Solar Dryers – Reducing energy consumption while optimizing drying conditions
Water Recycling Systems – Minimizing environmental impact in coffee processing
Vermicomposting – Converting coffee pulp into organic fertilizer to enrich the soil