Meet Lennon Diaz: Lennon Diaz is a rare breed of coffee producer. He is a grower, processor, roaster, QC expert, and has killer barista skills. He’s dedicated to organic coffee growing and knows how to produce some really amazing coffees. His beautiful property, Finca Liquidambar, is at a very high elevation (about 5400ft) which help his cherries develop slower for more complex and sweet profiles. He uses a neighbor’s wet mill to process his coffee. The high elevation allows for slower/longer fermentation times and a more controlled process. He dries his coffee at the COMSA coop’s wet mill on patios and raised beds (approx. 12 days on patios and 23 on raised beds).

Along with coffee, he also grows string beans, avocados, strawberries, and various citrus fruit. We are excited to be working with Lennon again for the eighth year in a row. This year look out for Lennon’s incredible coffee for our Autumn seasonal. Lennon has become a good friend and family member over the years that we have been sourcing coffee in Honduras. You may have even met him in Asheville, brewing his coffee at the Asheville Coffee Expo. It is also noteworthy that Lennon is the only person we know who can jump rope while juggling a soccer ball with his feet.

Story about Lennon from Nick:

“Lennon is one of the kindest people I know. I’ve never seen him without a smile on his face or preparing to tell you a hilarious joke. One groggy morning, the Dynamite team was eating breakfast when Lennon appeared out of thin air. Equipped with his “mobile coffee setup”, Lennon proceeded to put on a master class. The pour over produced was from a special lot he had been saving, and was the best pour over of the trip. He even went so far as to refold his filters. This level of dedication not only shows up in his coffee but also throughout his life. Lennon is the person who volunteers to drive to the airport, puts a smile on your face, and leaves you wondering where the time went. We couldn’t be happier to call Lennon family, and continue to work with him year after year.”