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Haitian Blue Mountain Coffee: A Rare Caribbean Coffee

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Haitian Blue Mountain Coffee: A Rare Caribbean Coffee with Deep Roots and Exceptional Flavor

When coffee enthusiasts search for Haitian Blue Mountain coffee, they’re often surprised to learn just how closely it compares to the world-famous Jamaican Blue Mountain. Grown from the same Typica varietal, at similarly high elevations, and in rich volcanic soil, Haitian Blue Mountain coffee delivers the smooth, low-acid experience Blue Mountain coffees are known for—while offering a distinct identity shaped by Haiti’s land, culture, and people.

This is not just a premium Caribbean coffee. It’s a story of resilience, craftsmanship, and tradition—captured in every cup.

What Makes Haitian Blue Mountain Coffee So Special?

Haitian Blue Mountain Direct Trade Coffee is grown in the mountainous regions of Haiti at elevations exceeding 1,600 meters above sea level. These high elevations slow bean development, allowing sugars and complex flavors to fully mature.

Like Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee, this Haitian coffee features:

  • Low acidity
  • Silky, buttery mouthfeel
  • Balanced sweetness
  • Exceptionally smooth finish

But Haitian Blue Mountain stands out with its own flavor signature—often described as slightly nuttier, with rich chocolate undertones and a heavier body.

Flavor Profile: Smooth, Sweet, and Comfortingly Rich

Our Haitian Blue Mountain Direct Trade Coffee is roasted at a medium-light to medium level, allowing the bean’s natural character to shine.

Cupping Notes Include:

  • Peanut butter aromas that carry into the cup
  • Chocolate notes with a soft, silky texture
  • Remarkable balance and natural sweetness
  • Virtually no bitterness and very low acidity

This is a coffee that feels indulgent yet refined - perfect for slow mornings or mindful sipping.

From Haiti’s Highest Elevations: The CAB Cooperative

This coffee comes from CAB, a smaller subset of the UCOCAB cooperative, which represents over 2,000 coffee-growing families across Haiti. CAB farms are located at some of the highest elevations within the cooperative, a key reason for the coffee’s density, sweetness, and complexity.

The beans are washed (wet processed), enhancing clarity and balance in the cup while preserving the coffee’s naturally smooth profile.

Haitian Coffee Culture: Tradition, Community, and Pride

Coffee has played a central role in Haitian agriculture and daily life for generations. In rural Haiti, coffee is more than a crop—it’s a livelihood, a tradition, and a symbol of independence. Many farms are small, family-run operations where harvesting is done by hand and knowledge is passed down through generations.

In Haitian culture, coffee is often shared during conversations, celebrations, and moments of hospitality. It’s common for families to roast small batches locally and brew strong, smooth coffee meant to be enjoyed slowly and socially.

Despite economic challenges, Haiti’s coffee farmers remain deeply committed to quality. Programs like Direct Trade help preserve this heritage by rewarding craftsmanship rather than volume—ensuring farmers are paid fairly for exceptional coffee.

What Direct Trade Means for Haitian Blue Mountain Coffee

CoffeeAM’s Direct Trade approach pays Haitian farmers based strictly on the quality of their coffee, not just quantity. This encourages:

  • Continuous improvement in farming and processing
  • Sustainable agricultural practices
  • Long-term economic stability for farming communities

While these farms may produce less coffee than large commercial operations, the quality speaks for itself - resulting in a truly exceptional single-origin Haitian coffee.

How to Brew Haitian Blue Mountain Coffee

Thanks to its balance and body, Haitian Blue Mountain coffee performs beautifully across multiple brew methods:

Recommended Brewing Methods:

  • Drip Coffee: Highlights sweetness and chocolate notes
  • French Press: Emphasizes body and nutty richness
  • Single-Origin Espresso: Smooth, sweet, and remarkably balanced

Whether brewed black or with a touch of milk, this coffee remains smooth, never harsh, and deeply satisfying.

Discover a Blue Mountain Coffee with a Haitian Identity

Haitian Blue Mountain Direct Trade Coffee delivers everything coffee lovers seek in a premium Caribbean coffee—low acidity, smooth body, and refined flavor—while supporting farmers who pour generations of care into every harvest.

For fans of Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee or anyone looking to explore exceptional Haitian single-origin coffee, this is a cup worth discovering.

Try Haitian Blue Mountain Coffee & Save 20%

To help you experience this rare and remarkable coffee firsthand, we’re offering a special opportunity for a limited time.

Click Here to Enjoy 20% OFF Haitian Blue Mountain Direct Trade Coffee with Coupon Code BLUEMTN.

Freshly roasted, expertly crafted, and responsibly sourced - this is Caribbean coffee at its finest.

Limited-time offer. Ends 1/21/26.

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