Monte Crisol is a community blend exclusively exported to Royal. However, there is more to this ongoing relationship than just the name. The cooperative has over 1,400 producer-members from Palmares, a canton in the province of Alajuela. It is designed to receive cherries from many small farms and consistently process their coffee into a well-balanced regional blend. The state-of-the-art processing facility has certifications in quality and environmental management from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). It also utilizes recycled water and the mechanical dryers (guardiolas) recirculate airflow to maximize furnace efficiency. The facility further has an organic fertilizer production plant and a water treatment plant.
