The Mierisch family's coffee journey began over a century ago, establishing a legacy that continues today. Fincas Mierisch has grown into a renowned specialty coffee producer in Nicaragua.
The Estate: Farms & Geography
Fincas Mierisch spans nine farms in Nicaragua and three in Honduras, each with unique microclimates and terroir.
In Nicaragua (Matagalpa & Jinotega)
Farms include Limoncillo, Las Delicias, San Jose, Los Placeres, La Huella, Mama Mina, La Escondida, El Encanto, El Suspiro, Los Altos, and Laguna Verde.
In Honduras (Rio Blanco)
Farms include Cerro Azul, Santa Lucia, and Lalita.
Innovation & Specialty Coffee Development
The family pioneered the shift from commercial-grade to specialty coffees, using experimental processes such as anaerobic fermentation and cold processing, and cultivating unique varietals including Ethiosar, Javanica, Yellow Pacamara, and Geisha.
They are recognized for bright acidity, stone fruit sweetness, floral notes, and exceptional clarity.
Farm Highlights & Recognition
Limoncillo
Acquired in the 1930s, UTZ certified, 53 hectares of conserved land, educational and healthcare facilities, and hydroelectric power production.
Los Placeres
Rainforest Alliance certified, sustainable practices, protected forest zones, and social services for workers.
Cup of Excellence Achievements
Sustainability & Community Focus
Certifications reflect environmental and social commitments. Clean water, sanitation, healthcare, fair wages (~30% above minimum wage), free daycare, schooling during harvest, and gender equity (~70% workforce are women).
Many farms generate hydroelectric power and reuse processing water with biodigesters.
Cup of Excellence Achievements & Private Auctions Lots
| Year
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Award / Placement
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Variety & Process Profile
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Highlight
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| 2025
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1st Place (Nicaragua COE)
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Finca El Limoncillo Cold Anaerobic Ethiosar
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Registering a stellar top-tier score of 91.5 points.
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| 2022
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2nd Place (Honduras COE)
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Finca Santa Lucía (Geisha & Yellow Pacamara)
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Secured a top podium finish with an intricate, multi-variety blend.
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| 2019
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1st Place (Honduras COE)
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Finca Santa Lucía (Washed "Casona" Geisha)
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94.84 points earned, marking their first absolute top spot in Honduras.
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| 2018
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Los Favoritos Private Auction
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Finca El Limoncillo (Javanica Natural)
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Showcased signature long-berry selection prized for lemongrass and floral complexity.
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| 2017
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2nd Place (Nicaragua COE)
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Finca La Huella (H1 Hybrid Variety)
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National runner-up spot utilizing an innovative climate-resilient hybrid.
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| 2017
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4th Place (Nicaragua COE)
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Finca Las Delicias (100% Pure Javanica)
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Put this 4th-generation estate on the map with a signature long-berry cultivar.
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| 2015
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3rd Place (Nicaragua COE)
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Finca Los Altos
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Podium victory cementing high-altitude quality consistency.
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| 2013
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Inaugural Private Auction
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Finca San José (Laurina Selection)
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Launched the first "Los Favoritos" estate auction with naturally low-caffeine lots.
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| 2012
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23rd Place (Nicaragua COE)
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Finca San José (Laurina Selection)
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Secured a competitive position on the global international auction leaderboard.
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