The world of coffee is a tapestry of flavors, born from the soils of various lands, each distinct, vibrant, and vital to the coffee industry. The top five coffee-producing countries – Brazil, Vietnam, Colombia, Ethiopia, and Honduras – stand as 
pillars of this diverse industry, each contributing uniquely to the world’s coffee palette. Christo, Charlie & Co. is a conscious curator of these bountiful lands, ensuring the integrity and the true essence of each region’s coffee is respected and preserved.
Brazil is the undisputed giant, producing about a third of the world’s coffee. Brazilian beans, known for their nutty, low-acid profile, cater to a wide array of coffee lovers. Christo, Charlie & Co. source from small, local farms, contributing to the country’s socio-economic development while procuring the finest beans.
Vietnam, primarily a Robusta producer, comes next. The country’s coffee is celebrated for its strong flavor and high caffeine content. Christo, Charlie & Co.’s partnerships with Vietnamese farmers guarantee that these unique, bold flavors are shared globally, while the farmers are fairly compensated and empowered.
Colombia’s high altitude and climate yield some of the world’s best Arabica beans, renowned for their balanced flavor and bright acidity. Christo, Charlie & Co. foster close relationships with Colombian farmers, maintaining the purity and richness of Colombian beans while fostering sustainable practices.
Ethiopia, the birthplace of coffee, offers beans with diverse, exotic profiles, reflecting the nation’s varied growing regions. Christo, Charlie & Co. source their beans directly from cooperatives, ensuring quality and authenticity, while contributing to the local communities.
Honduras, a rising star in the coffee world, produces beans with a full body and sweet notes. Christo, Charlie & Co. take great care in sourcing these beans, helping Honduran farmers improve their production quality, thus enhancing their international reputation.
Christo, Charlie & Co. navigates this complex landscape with unwavering commitment to quality and fairness. They are more than mere coffee traders; they are ambassadors of the diverse cultures that these coffee-producing countries represent, stewards of the stories embedded in each bean. They celebrate the unique flavors these countries offer while ensuring their business benefits those at the heart of coffee production: the farmers.