ORIGIN
Our Hacienda is located in the northeastern area of Colombia, in the municipality of Floridablanca, Vericute district, in the Santander department. With its native biodiversity and unparalleled water sources, it is nestled within the beautiful and productive mountains of Santander, ideal for shaded coffee cultivation. Along with good harvesting practices, this results in a coffee with an outstanding cup profile, medium body, and citrus and caramel flavours.
Hacienda Casablanca dates back to 1860, initially known as Villa Josefa, later called Hacienda La Leona, and eventually named Hacienda Casablanca, a land traditionally dedicated to coffee. Its original land area was approximately 150 hectares, hence its classification as a “hacienda,” a term used in Colombia for large land holdings. However, this area was subdivided into smaller plots, leaving only 20 hectares today. The main house features mid-19th-century architectural style.
Hacienda Casablanca dates back to 1860, initially known as Villa Josefa, later called Hacienda La Leona, and eventually named Hacienda Casablanca, a land traditionally dedicated to coffee. Its original land area was approximately 150 hectares, hence its classification as a “hacienda,” a term used in Colombia for large land holdings. However, this area was subdivided into smaller plots, leaving only 20 hectares today. The main house features mid-19th-century architectural style.
In 2006, Hacienda Casablanca was acquired by its current owner, Liliana Caballero Rojas, and her family. A native of Santander and daughter of farming parents, Liliana saw coffee cultivation as her life project to improve the well-being of her family and those who work permanently or seasonally at HACIENDA CASABLANCA.
Her background in administration and finance helped her add value to her coffee plantations by planning and renewing old coffee plants annually. This includes cultivating varieties such as Castillo, Colombia, Tabi, Gesha, and Pink Bourbon.
In 2008, with support from the Colombian Coffee Growers Federation, she obtained the Rainforest Alliance certification, earning her first prize at a fair in the Municipality of Socorro (Santander). Additionally, in 2016, she won first place in the national YARA CHAMPION PROGRAM Cup Contest with a score of 89.48. She was a finalist in both 2017 and 2018 and a multiple award winner. In 2024, she won first place in the Santander coffee cup competition.
Her background in administration and finance helped her add value to her coffee plantations by planning and renewing old coffee plants annually. This includes cultivating varieties such as Castillo, Colombia, Tabi, Gesha, and Pink Bourbon.
In 2008, with support from the Colombian Coffee Growers Federation, she obtained the Rainforest Alliance certification, earning her first prize at a fair in the Municipality of Socorro (Santander). Additionally, in 2016, she won first place in the national YARA CHAMPION PROGRAM Cup Contest with a score of 89.48. She was a finalist in both 2017 and 2018 and a multiple award winner. In 2024, she won first place in the Santander coffee cup competition.
Winners of the Export Challenge program 770 with the Chamber of Commerce and active and prominent members of the Santander Coffee Cluster, Hacienda Casablanca is recognized for its position in producing excellent-quality coffees with varietals and processes, including Natural, Honey, extended fermentations and traditional washed methods.
The Honey Process
The Honey Process
OUR STORY
Meet Julian Gonzalez, a passionate coffee professional from Santander, Colombia—a region famed for its ideal coffee-growing environment. Julian, an Industrial Engineer and seasoned coffee roaster, brings expertise and a deep commitment to sustainability to every cup he serves. Since 2019, Julian has been on a mission to share Colombian specialty coffee's rich, unique and authentic flavours with Australia, founding Adelaide's first direct-trade coffee shop and roastery with a distinctly Latin American flair. Here, every sip reflects genuine connections with Colombian farmers and the best quality beans, making it the go-to spot for Adelaide's coffee lovers.
