Don Álvaro Jaramillo

In the quiet hills of Ebéjico, Antioquia (1,750–2,200 MASL), Don Álvaro Jaramillo has found peace and purpose through coffee. Once caught in the turbulence of Colombia’s conflicted past, he chose a different path — one defined by cultivation, reflection, and reconciliation.

Today, he grows Single-Origin Arabica Variedad Colombia and Catimore, both washed and sun-dried, on land that now symbolizes renewal and hope. Through Uprise, he shares not only his coffee, but also his message of transformation and the importance of staying informed and connected to one’s community.

Bean Taste Profile

Don Álvaro’s lots offer a complex, balanced, and full-bodied profile — the result of careful cultivation and traditional drying methods.

• Expect notes of panela, roasted nuts, and orange peel, with undertones of dark chocolate and a clean finish.
• His beans embody both strength and grace — a reflection of his personal story.
• Cupping Score: 87.8 (Specialty Grade)

Benefits

Direct Impact

• Through his work with Uprise, Don Álvaro has not only built a sustainable livelihood but also found a way to inspire others.

• He frequently mentors younger farmers, emphasizing the value of peace, progress, and education — proving that redemption and growth can come from the land itself.

Pricing

• By partnering directly with Uprise, Don Álvaro earns 15–20 % higher margins per kilo, ensuring his family and community benefit from transparent trade.

• These fair margins enable him to reinvest in his land and in social programs that support local youth engagement.

Shipping

• All of Don Álvaro’s coffee is shipped with door-to-door pricing, inclusive of taxes, fees, and duties.
  Each order includes real-time tracking, providing roasters full visibility from his hillside drying beds to their roastery.

Meet the Farmer

Don Álvaro’s story is one of courage, redemption, and renewal.

Once shaped by conflict, he has turned to cultivation as a way of healing and giving back. His family’s roots and his connection to the land have helped reintegrate him into the community, where he now uses his story to guide others toward peace and opportunity.

He believes in using technology to help the youth stay informed and involved — ensuring the next generation builds a Colombia of connection, not division.

“The land teaches us forgiveness,” he says. “You plant, you wait, and with time — good things grow again.”

Experience Renewal

His Variedad Colombia and Catimore beans carry a story of redemption and resilience — a true testament to the transformative power of honest work and community.

Every order helps sustain programs that inspire Colombia’s next generation toward peace and progress.

1. Order Green Beans – Secure lots from Don Álvaro’s specialty harvest.
2. Request a Sample – Taste his smooth, balanced cup with rich, nutty notes.
3. Support Sustainable Transformation – Partner with Uprise to empower stories of change and community healing.