Hacienda Santa Gertrudis, nestled in the lush buffer zone of Ecuador's Podocarpus National Park, has been a cherished family treasure for over a century. Renowned worldwide for its idyllic climate, this historic hacienda is steeped in a rich legacy of coffee cultivation.

The story of Hacienda Santa Gertrudis begins with Luis Emilio Eguiguren, who, in 1954, planted the first coffee seeds on its fertile grounds. His son, Luis Hernan Eguiguren, grew up watching his father tend to the lands and soon assumed this challenge. Initially, the hacienda's focus was on commercial coffee, but a profound shift occurred with the next generation.

Today, under the unwavering dedication of Jose Luis Eguiguren, the third generation of coffee growers at Hacienda Santa Gertrudis, the focus has shifted to specialty coffee. Since 2019, Jose Luis has poured his heart and soul into cultivating exceptional coffee varieties such as Sidra, Geisha, SL28, Typica Mejorado, Yellow Catuai, and Caturra on nine of the Hacienda's 60 hectares.

This commitment to specialty coffee has enhanced the beans' quality and forged meaningful connections with like-minded coffee professionals globally.

Hacienda Santa Gertrudis is more than just a coffee farm; it's a fully equipped wet and dry mill capable of processing its production and supporting neighbouring coffee growers. Jose Luis's dedication to fostering connections among talented producers and advocating for regenerative agricultural practices has fostered economic stability and growth in the local community.

The legacy of Hacienda Santa Gertrudis is a testament to the enduring power of family, tradition, and innovation in specialty coffee. 

We invite you to celebrate this remarkable journey and savour the exceptional flavours cultivated with passion and care.