Philippines Legacy Microlot
Dark Roast
Flavor Notes
Dark Fudge, Candied Walnuts, Warm Spice Finish
Product Description
We present to you our "Legacy" lot, a tribute to Mostra's roots and the farmers who produce these fantastic coffees from Single Origin in the Philippines Sitio Belis mills. This coffee is a result of Mostra's true "Direct Trade" work in the Philippines. You can find more information about our work and our first trip to the farms on our "About Us" page. Our "Legacy" lot comprises various coffees that rotate seasonally, selected from the farmers we work with and that Kalsada produces. These coffees are wet, honey, and natural processed, and they all come from the Sitio Belis mills region. We aim to showcase the exceptional quality of coffee produced by these amazing farmers. Each year, there is a wide range of different coffees available, and we want to include them all in our Philippine Legacy.
A note from Kalsada on this lot: “Sitio Belis sits atop a mountain range in Benguet, Philippines, with an elevation of 1,400 to 1,700 masl. With natural springs that flow all year round, the community is situated in a lush area where they primarily farm chayote. They also started cultivating coffee by the end of World War II. Ibaloi farmers, who expanded their backyard coffee plantations as demand for their produce grew, processed their coffees through a combination of practices they inherited from their forefathers and learnings from farmers who trained outside the community.
When Kalsada started working in Sitio Belis in 2015, farmers and their children were trained to harvest and process coffee according to new standards to ensure consistent quality. From working with 15 farmers this year, Kalsada has now partnered with 100 producers in the area. Farmers are also given financial aid to hire pickers from October to late January to harvest more, while those with fewer trees are given the opportunity to earn more by processing cherries in our central mill. In 2023, Sitio Belis produced 7.2 tons of specialty coffee. Sito Belis grows five varieties of coffee that are processed through either washed, honey, natural, or experimental methods."
Peak Freshness, Every Time
Every bag begins with a fresh roast, never warehouse stock. We roast coffee in small batches and ship it shortly after, sealing in the vibrant aroma and flavor so it reaches you at its peak. From roast to doorstep, we make sure your coffee’s journey is as short and as fresh as possible.
Shipping Information
We aim to process orders within 1–2 business days, though in some cases it may take up to 3–5 business days. If your order is placed just before a scheduled roasting day, it may be fulfilled and shipped sooner.
Most orders are shipped via USPS Priority Mail or USPS First Class/Ground (Local Zones), with an estimated transit time of 1–3 business days from the shipment date. Other carriers may be used at our discretion.
Once your order ships, you’ll receive a tracking number to follow your package every step of the way.
Exceptions may include:
- Peak seasons (such as holidays)
- Special release coffees with limited roast schedules
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Mostra is honored to be among the best coffee roasters in the world. It is a significant recognition among the coffee roasting industry and signifies not just great tasting coffee, but a holistic approach to the business of coffee that takes into account ethical, social, and environmental considerations.
