The Garrido family has been cultivating coffee in Boquete, Panama since 1959, when Teodoro Garrido established the family's first farm. In the mid-1970s, Teodoro expanded the family business by acquiring another existing farm – now called, Mama Cata. Originally established in 1911, making it one of Boquete's oldest coffee farms, Teo renamed the farm, to honor its previous owner. Since Teo’s passing a few years ago, the family farms are now under the watchful eyes of Teodoro’s two daughters: Liliana and Gissell. Two fiercely passionate sisters, who couldn’t be more different – but who share a vision, to take the business their father built into the future.  

Mama Cata is home to the unique Mokkita variety. Little is known about the genetic lineage of Mokkita, other than it produces tiny coffee cherry’s, similar to Mokka – and while little is known of the lineage, the cup quality isn’t in doubt. The Garrido family have placed 1st in the prestigious Best of Panama competition, with Mokkita many times. This lot was processed as a traditional natural – and offers a unique flavor profile in the cup.