October 17, 2023A Puerto Rican coffee has broken the 90-point barrier – but is there a future for its specialty coffee sector?
The Caribbean island of Puerto Rico has been growing coffee since the 1730s. By the late 19th century, it was even the world’s seventh-largest producer of coffee. However, following years of colonial rule and several devastating hurricanes, the island’s coffee production declined significantly. But in recent years, there has been something of a resurgence – especially with growing higher-quality coffee. In August 2023, a Puerto Rican coffee received 92 points… read more
The Caribbean island of Puerto Rico has been growing coffee since the 1730s. By the late 19th century, it was even the world’s seventh-largest producer of coffee. However, following years of colonial rule and several devastating hurricanes, the island’s coffee… read more