Discover the unique coffee of Nicaragua

Nicaraguan Specialty Coffees promotes Nicaraguan coffee and helps you find the right coffee from Nicaragua.

What do we do?

For roasteries and specialty coffee shops, NSC provides an overview of Nicaraguan green coffees available in Europe, along with support in traceability and background information about the coffees.
We offer support in developing a direct trade relationship in which profits are demonstrably distributed more fairly.
We can provide guidance in sourcing Nicaraguan coffee and assist in obtaining background information so you know exactly what you're buying.

What characterizes coffee from Nicaragua?

Nicaragua is a country with large commercial plantations and small producers that unite themselfs in coöperatives.

Coffee is grown in areas ranging from 600–800 meters to as high as 1,600–1,700 meters above sea level. The Arabica varieties Caturra and Catuai are widely cultivated, but you’ll also find Pacas, Pacamara, Maragogype, Maracaturra, and Geisha. Recently, varieties that are more resistant to coffee leaf rust, such as Parainema, have been planted more frequently.

Flavor notes can vary depending on coffee variety, region, altitude, and processing method, but Nicaraguan coffee is generally known for its balance, with a medium to full body and moderate acidity featuring bright citrus and apple-like notes. Aromas range from floral and fruity to subtly spicy, sometimes with hints of cocoa or almond.

What coffees are available?

NSC provides coffee roasters and specialty coffee shops with an overview of Nicaraguan coffees available in Europe. NSC is happy to help you obtain additional information about the coffee, including its origin, production, and characteristics.

Pacamara Honey - Un Regalo de Dios

A remarkable honey-processed coffee from Un Regalo de Dios by Luis Alberto Balladares. For years, they have consistently scored high in the Cup of Excellence. This coffee offers intriguing fruity notes and a gentle sweetness. It was sourced through Coffee Quest, known for their excellent traceability.

Red Catuai Natural - Un Regalo de Dios

A highly distinctive natural coffee with notes of red fruit. It makes an intriguing addition to an espresso or filter blend, but also stands strong as a single origin for the true enthusiast. This coffee comes from the Un Regalo de Dios farm, owned by Luis Alberto Balladares. It was sourced through Coffee Quest, who provide excellent traceability.

Arabica blend - Coöperativa San Juan de Rio Coco

This Arabica blend was sourced via Sucafina from the Union of Cooperatives San Juan de Rio Coco, located in the heart of Nicaragua. This Cooperative supports several smaller cooperatives of coffee farmers, working to improve market access and opportunities for its members.

Geisha - La Orquidea

This coffee was purchased directly from the farm. La Orquídea has consistently performed well in recent years in the Cup of Excellence with its Maracaturra. This is one of the first Geishas from Nicaragua to become available in the Netherlands.