More than 30 years later, the story continues through Kai and Janette – second Janson generation, along with Jannette’s son Miguel – third Janson generation. Today, the three generations lead all operations in Panama to bring Janson Coffee to the local market and abroad.
Their two coffee plantations are located on the Talamanca Mountain Range on the slopes of Tizingal and Baru volcanoes. The area has special microclimate conditions which are a basic component in producing high quality specialty coffee.
Hacienda las Lagunas, named after its lagoons and wetlands, is located West of the Barú Volcano, with a rich volcanic soil and several natural springs. The different lots of the coffee plantation are surrounded by areas of a natural reserve which serve as natural barriers to protect the plantation and are also a vital habitat for a large variety of birds and wildlife.
In the photos: Kai Janson in Haceienda las Lagunas and cupping session with Ply, Kai Janson, Paul Ross, Justin of Longboard, Claudia of Janson Coffee.