Venezuela
Origin
About the region
Venezuela is a historically significant coffee origin that once rivalled Colombia in reputation and quality, but has become increasingly rare on the global market.
Key coffee-growing regions:
- Mérida
- Táchira
- Trujillo
- Lara
- Portuguesa
Natural conditions
The main coffee-growing regions are located at elevations of 1,200–1,800 metres. The climate is warm, with cool nights.
About the region
Venezuela is a historically significant coffee origin that once rivalled Colombia in reputation and quality, but has become increasingly rare on the global market.
Key coffee-growing regions:
- Mérida
- Táchira
- Trujillo
- Lara
- Portuguesa
Natural conditions
The main coffee-growing regions are located at elevations of 1,200–1,800 metres. The climate is warm, with cool nights.
Trujillo
Mérida
Táchira
Lara
Portuguesa
Processing is predominantly washed, although natural and honey methods are becoming increasingly common. Cooperatives are adopting controlled fermentation and the use of African drying beds, helping to improve quality and consistency.
Coffee is often grown under shade, and many farms remain small and family-owned.
Processing methods
04
Catuaí
03
Caturra
02
Bourbon
Main varieties
01
Typica
Warm, sweet, and full-bodied profile
Medium body with soft, rounded acidity
Cocoa, red apple, brown sugar, caramel, and dried fruit, often accompanied by delicate floral notes.
Coffee profile
Why Venezuela?
Venezuela offers rare and distinctive coffees with a deep, traditional Andean sweetness. Well suited to premium seasonal selections and limited-edition lots.
