SHADE-GROWN COFFEE
Most coffee plants are naturally shade-grown as it tends to flourish as part of the understory in tropical rainforests. Allowing it to grow this way contributes to the biodiversity of the forests, protection of bird habitats (in Negros, we help protect the Bleeding Heart Pigeon) and additional benefits for the small coffee farmers (such as additional harvest in fruit and nuts, less exposure to toxic chemicals and lower production costs). It also contributes to the fight against climate change because allowing more plants to grow means that more carbon is sequestered in the soil. Because the demand for coffee is high, many producers have turned to sun-grown coffee to meet it. But growing coffee this way necessitates the use of pesticides and harmful chemicals to help it grow. At the same time, it requires leveling the forests, which depletes many natural ecosystems of plant and animal life. By choosing to purchase shade-grown coffee, you are not only getting to savor delicious naturally flavored coffee, but are part of a bigger movement to protect the environment or, in this case, the homes of many living organisms.
Each red coffee cherry is selectively handpicked to ensure the best quality control. Because they’re allowed to mature more slowly in the shade, the natural sugars increase and enhance the coffee’s flavor.
 
This affordable Certified Organic coffee is made of good quality, with a distinctive flavor that pleases the tongue. With each sip, you can be sure you’re drinking the local best and doing your part to help the environment and your fellow Negrenses. Our certified organic varieties include the Negrense Blend (Robusta) and the Mt. Kanlaon Blend (Arabica and Robusta).
 
NEGRENSE NATIVE ORGANIC COFFEE (SINGLE ORIGIN)
Negrense Native Coffee is deeply rich and lively in aroma. In the cup, its thrilling intense flavor will give you that extra kick combined with its silky mouthfeel and round finish Negrense Native Organic Coffee is a single-origin coffee nurtured in selected organic shade-grown coffee farms of Negros Island. This native coffee has its roots way back in history. Negrense would start their mornings brewing dark roasted native Robusta beans the good old-fashioned way to awaken their senses and keep them active throughout the day. Perfect for every coffee lover who wants that extra perk-up and adores an intense coffee taste-THE NEGRENSE TASTE!
 
ORIGIN: Negros Island
VARIETY: Native Robusta
CERTIFIED ORGANIC: Yes
SHADE GROWN: Yes (Rustic)
FAIR TRADE: Yes
ROAST : Dark
BEAN DESCRIPTION: Dark; oil coats the surface
AROMA: Rich and aromatic
ACIDITY: Acidity detected= bright
BODY/MOUTHFEEL: Medium body/silky
FLAVOR: Strong and Intense
FINISH: Rich round finish with slight astringency
 
NOTES: Hint of aromatic Wood
"Negrense Native Coffee is deeply rich and lively in aroma. In the cup, its thrilling intense flavor will give you that extra kick combined with its silky mouthfeel and round finish"
 
MT. KANLAON ORGANIC PREMIUM COFFEE (PREMIUM BLEND)
Mt. Kanlaon Organic Coffee offers a high-toned aroma. In the cup, it is smooth and creamy in mouthfeel, full-
bodied, and complex yet well balanced in flavor with a long and flavor-saturated finish

Mt. Kanlaon organic coffee are grown at the foot of the Mt. Kanlaon volcano in Negros Island, under its shaded trees and rich volcanic soils. Mt. Kanlaon is the highest peak in Central Philippines and is considered to be one of the few remaining wilderness areas in the country.
 
Today, Mt. Kanlaon still harbors a good number of endemic wildlife species, both flora and fauna. Shade grown coffee is part of the understory of the beauty of the rainforest natural environment
 
ORIGIN: Mt. Kanlaon Area (La Castellana, Moises Padilla, Isabella)
VARIETY: Bourbon Arabica & Organic Robusta
CERTIFIED ORGANIC: Yes
SHADE GROWN: Yes (Rustic)
FAIR TRADE: Yes
ROAST : Medium-Dark
BEAN DESCRIPTION: Medium-dark; oil spots at the surface.
AROMA: Rich and chocolaty
ACIDITY: Low-acidity=smooth
BODY/MOUTHFEEL: Full-bodied/creamy
FLAVOR: Balanced
FINISH: Long and clean finish that is slightly bittersweet
NOTES : Hint of dark chocolate
 
"Mt. Kanlaon Organic Coffee offers a high-toned aroma. In the cup, it is smooth and creamy in mouthfeel, full-bodied, and complex yet well balanced in flavor with a long and flavor-saturated finish"
 
Available in 350g Zip Foil Pack (Equivalent to 70cups per pack or 5g per cup)