The Coffee Farm Frog: The Natural Balance Behind Café Britt Mérito Rana del Cafetal

In the lush coffee regions of Costa Rica’s Central Valley, nature reveals unmistakable signs of a healthy, thriving environment.

One of the most meaningful is the coffee farm frog (Agalychnis annae), a small yet remarkable species whose presence signals ecological balance and environmental purity.

When this frog chooses a coffee plantation as its home, it’s because the ecosystem provides everything it needs to flourish: clean water, natural shade, diverse vegetation, and responsible farming practices. For this reason, the coffee farm frog has become a powerful emblem of sustainability—and a natural ally in producing high-quality coffee.

A Guardian of the Coffee Landscape

Endemic to Costa Rica, this vibrant green frog with golden eyes thrives in humid, high-altitude areas, including many of the renowned coffee regions of the Central Valley. Its survival depends on specific environmental conditions that reflect a farm’s overall health:

• Clean water sources

• Rich and diverse vegetation

• Ample natural shade

• Absence of aggressive chemicals

When these conditions exist, the coffee farm transforms into a living, interconnected ecosystem—one that benefits wildlife, farmers, and the cup alike.

A coffee farm that shelters the coffee farm frog is, inherently, a healthy farm.

An Ecosystem That Elevates Every Cup

The role of the coffee farm frog extends far beyond environmental symbolism. By naturally controlling insect populations, it directly contributes to the health of the soil and the resilience of coffee plants. These balanced microclimates support a slow, even maturation of coffee cherries—an essential factor in unlocking nuanced flavor profiles.

Simply put: a thriving ecosystem produces more expressive, higher-quality coffee.

Café Britt Mérito Rana del Cafetal

This harmony between biodiversity and craftsmanship is the inspiration behind Café Britt Mérito Rana del Cafetal, a limited-edition offering that pays tribute to Costa Rica’s natural wealth and the vitality of its coffee landscapes.

Crafted with 100% Arabica beans grown in fertile volcanic soils, this gourmet coffee features a level 7 dark roast, delivering a cup with:

• An intense, full body

• Deep chocolate notes

• Subtle jasmine florals

• A long, satisfying finish

It is a sensory celebration of the very ecosystem that makes exceptional coffee possible.

Where Coffee and Life Intersect

The coffee farm frog reminds us that excellence doesn’t happen by chance.

It is nurtured—patiently, respectfully, and in balance with nature.

Every cup of Café Britt Mérito Rana del Cafetal reflects a deeper story: one of origin, biodiversity, and the timeless relationship between great coffee and the environment that sustains it.

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