Brumas del Zurquí is a family-owned group of farms with four generations of expertise, known for its regenerative agriculture practices, Cup of Excellence wins, and commitment to sustainability. Don José farm, the last property acquired by the family patriarch, represents both the history of the Alvarado family and Costa Rica’s enduring dedication to high-quality coffee. Beneficio Brumas Del Zurqui is a micromill managed and run by Juan Ramon Alvarado Rodriguez and his family. In 2003-2004, they began innovating their processing methods and expanding their processing infrastructure, such as a cupping laboratory and roastery to ensure and maintain quality. Neighbouring farms also deliver cherries to this micromill.
In the past couple years they have faced labor shortages due to both the pandemic and workers moving on to other countries in search of other employment. However, Juan takes great pride in what he does and is glad to have been able to build a family, generate employment, and provide a positive social and economic impact to his community through coffee. Juan encourages the roasters who buy his coffee to roast with intention and wake up feeling motivated, cheerful, and with a desire to live and have new experiences. He hopes that the values and love of coffee he cultivates on the farm will be carried all the way through from seed to cup.