Mexico 'Spirit of the Aztec' Coffee

Discover the exceptional Mexico Spirit of the Aztec coffee with its medium body, fine acidity, and a savory flavor that is mild and sweet with a wonderful bouquet. Get ready to experience the wonders of Mexican coffee.

Gabriel Mathiew de Clieu, a French Naval Officer, played the most vital role in the intriguing history of Mexican coffee. De Clieu managed to acquire a descendant of a coffee tree given to King Louis XIV of France, and he made it his duty to take the tree to his estate on Martinique. This miraculous tree survived Tunisian pirates, violent storms, dangerously covetous passengers, and a deficit of fresh water. De Clieu even went as far as sharing his very own water ration with the protected plant. It arrived safely in Martinique and while under 24 hour surveillance, including its own armed guard, it grew and flourished in the tropical environment, supplying seed directly and indirectly... read more >>

Discover the exceptional Mexico "Spirit of the Aztec" coffee with its medium body, fine acidity, and a savory flavor that is mild and sweet with a wonderful bouquet. Get ready to experience the wonders of Mexican coffee.

Gabriel Mathiew de Clieu, a French Naval Officer, played the most vital role in the intriguing history of Mexican coffee. De Clieu managed to acquire a descendant of a coffee tree given to King Louis XIV of France, and he made it his duty to take the tree to his estate on Martinique. This miraculous tree survived Tunisian pirates, violent storms, dangerously covetous passengers, and a deficit of fresh water. De Clieu even went as far as sharing his very own water ration with the protected plant. It arrived safely in Martinique and while under 24 hour surveillance, including its own armed guard, it grew and flourished in the tropical environment, supplying seed directly and indirectly to all countries of the Americas - including Mexico.

Mexico's "Spirit of the Aztec" coffee is "Altura Pluma," which means high grown and designates the finest coffee of Mexico. In order to qualify for "excellence" which is labeled Altura, the coffee must be grown at least 4,000 feet high. Coatepec, called the capital of coffee in Mexico, is located in Veracruz.

Coatepec supplies what are considered to be exceptional coffee beans. The name Coatepec comes from the Nahuatl Aztec language "coatl" (serpent) and "tepetl" (hill), and translates to, "The Hill where the Snakes are."

If you are serious about coffee, this is one you don't want to miss. Mexican coffees are known to provide a variety of captivating cup characteristics. We know you are going to enjoy the "Spirit of the Aztec" and delight in this coffee from the marvelous aroma all the way to the smooth finish. This one promises to rouse all your senses!

A heat-sealed valve bag will ensure the freshest coffee which will be fresh roasted the day it ships. Enjoy!

Coffee from this country is also available as Certified Organic or Decaf.

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