Yaqueline Hernandez has been surrounded by coffee her whole life. A third-generation coffee producer, her parents and grandparents taught her the ins and outs of farming at a young age. To build upon her generational knowledge, Yaqueline pursued a coffee technician degree at a local university. After graduating, she honed her cupping skills working at a cooperative on the Caribbean coast before serving as a field technician at a cooperative in Antioquia. 

When she returned home to Huila, Yaqueline pulled from her experience to improve her family's farm, leading to higher cup quality and increased income for her family. She has taught neighbors and extended family to process coffee using new methods. Her efforts led to the founding of a farmers' group, providing employment for her sisters, neighbors, and extended family. 

We're very excited to support Yaqueline as she continues to grow and, in turn, support her family and neighbors. Get dialed into dark chocolate and grapefruit by starting with a 1:16.5 brew ratio, filtered water at 202-204℉, a medium grind, and a 3-3.5 minute brew cycle.