Maria Zelaya Aguirre

Nestled in the fertile soils of the Antigua Valley, Finace Pulca is a heritage rich farm dating back to 1541. Cultivated by the Zelaya family since the 1800s, this third-generation farm acquired and produced Arabica coffee. 

Preserving its heritage, the coffee plantation upholds the cultivation of original varieties, namely red and yellow Bourbón and Typica. Situated in the unique microclimate and elevated points of the prestigious soils in the Antigua Valley, the coffee beans undergo meticulous processing and washing with crystal-clear spring water from the surrounding mountains.

The estate employs a proactive approach to cultivation, maintaining well-spaced rows of coffee trees. A strategic pruning cycle, occurring every three years, involves selectively stumping one row in three, fostering a healthy balance by allowing more light and air to nourish the remaining trees while integrating young plants into production without disrupting root systems.