Meet the Founders of La Huella Specialty Coffee

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Our story: A journey of coffee excellence

In 2011, the story of La Huella and Cafe de Panama began. It was in this year that Katarina and Pedro embarked on a passionate journey with coffee. They invested in a small coffee farm nestled on the picturesque slopes of Volcano Baru, located just above Boquete, Panama. Here, they started to cultivate micro and nano-lots of diverse coffee varieties.

Thanks to the region's ideal climatic conditions and the duo's relentless dedication and expertise, they were able to produce beans of unmatched quality.

Fast-forward to 2020, amidst the global pandemic, a new collaboration was brewing. Nika and Jernej joined forces with Pedro and Katarina, leading to the establishment of a La Huella branch in the European Union. This expansion has enabled us to deliver freshly roasted coffee beans to our valued customers - whom we consider family - crafted uniquely for each order.

Founders

Katarina

Katarina is the financial compass and dynamic idea generator behind our ventures. Beyond numbers, she's the heart of our Casa los Naranjos B&B, overseeing property management and bookings with a grace that makes every visitor feel cherished. Relocating to Panama for love, Katarina's warm embrace of her new home is mirrored in her passion to make each guest feel like family, defining true Panamanian hospitality.

Pedro

In the realm of coffee, Pedro blends art with science. Overseeing growth on the farm and pioneering unique bean processing techniques, his approach marries instinct with innovation. Drawing wisdom from diverse experiences, Pedro stands as a self-taught virtuoso in the coffee world, consistently ensuring our beans are of unparalleled excellence.

Nika

Nika spearheads our European operations with a specific lens on the digital landscape. Her expertise lies in strategic marketing and fostering enduring relationships with our valued customers. At the crossroads of tradition and innovation, Nika ensures our brand resonates authentically, elevating our online presence and nurturing a community of dedicated coffee enthusiasts.

Jernej

Jernej is the anchor of our European division, balancing the art of coffee roasting with the precision of web development. Not only does his dedication shine in perfecting the brew and optimizing our digital platform, but he is also the key liaison with our esteemed partners across Europe. Bringing a decade of web expertise, Jernej ensures that our coffee delights the palate and our online experience is second to none.

Awards

We’ve decided to test the quality of our coffee in the world’s largest and most trusted food and drink accreditation scheme – Great Taste. Since our first entry in cooperation with other roasters, our coffee has received more than 20 Great Taste awards.
Since 2021, we are participating in the competition under our own name Café de Panama – La Huella. Our coffee has been recognized as top-quality product and received Great Taste awards each year since!

Check out our awarded products here.