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Generalidades Tarqui

Tarqui is recognized because of the silhouette of three green mountains always visible on the horizon. The name of the town originates from the "Battle of Tarqui" that took place between Colombian troops and Peruvian forces. From 1300 to 1700 meters above sea level coffee is grown in the South-western part of the Cordillera Central and on the left bank of the Magdalena River between numerdus creeks that give life to their mountainous lands.

Tarqui bases its economy on livestock and coffee; 3,507 hectares are cultivated with coffee, giving coffee a big regional economical importance.

The coffee town of Tarqui was provided with certificates from the FAIRTRADE, UTZ and the Rainforest Alliance to ensure its unique quality, traceability and environmental compliance.

The coffee of this region is of high quality, with a delicious note of citrus flavors, a complex body, a balanced acidity and a chocolaty flavor, which persists in the mouth after drinking.