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Coffee exported from Colombia accounts for about 12% of the world’s coffee (by value) and is imported by a great many countries around the world. Colombian coffee began in the early 1800s, and Colombians began trading the coffee with other countries in the mid 1800s. The coffee is grown in the lush soil of the Amazon rainforest; a location that provides a habitat to a majority of the world’s animal and plant species. The harvesting process for Colombian coffee is also quite unique, and involves several hundred individuals hand picking the berries, packing them, and sorting them.
With the environment where they are grown and the care that goes into their harvesting, roasting, and packaging, it’s no wonder that Colombian coffee is considered the best all over the world. When purchasing Colombian coffee, you’ll want to ensure that it is 100% Colombian, otherwise you’re only getting about half the full effect!