ABOUT
OUR STORY
Humanizing the supply chain...
MEET OUR
FOUNDER
Hello, friends! I’m so excited for you to try Ceiba Coffee, a project born from my love and appreciation for Guatemalan coffees. It’s inspired by memories of family gatherings, or tertulias, where conversations flowed over the aroma of freshly brewed coffee. For me, growing up in a mixed household of Latino and Indian cultures I was always surrounded by the smell of freshly brewed coffee and chai. The smell of coffee reminds me of the warmth I feel when I’m around my family sharing happy moments together. Coffee had always been a ritual in my mornings grounding me to the present before starting my day.
During a trip to my family in Guatemala my younger cousin, who spends his time off from school working on our uncle’s coffee farm, shared his fond love and appreciation for his work with me. With the desire to make a positive impact, we envisioned a future where we would not only help coffee farmers but create ripples of change beyond the borders of Guatemala.
I began working directly with producers who shared this passion. They guided me through their beautiful farms, taught me about their growing process, and welcomed me into their communities and homes. This experience gave me a newfound appreciation for the hard work farmers put in so we can enjoy their delicious coffee.
Sharing the magic and dedication of these farmers has become a great joy of mine. Getting to roast their coffee and share their stories with friends and family has been the most rewarding part of this journey.
This moment, this dream, has finally come true, and I can’t wait for you to experience the magical flavors of Ceiba Coffee!
~ Melanie Macwan
KNOW A
MAYAN STORY
The Mayans, a civilization celebrated for their mastery of astronomy, mathematics, and writing, once thrived across Central America. At the heart of their world was Tikal, a sprawling city in what is now Peten, Guatemala. Tikal served as the capital and the vibrant hub of Mayan civilization, where politics, trade, and military power converged.
Dominating the city's skyline was the Temple of the Grand Jaguar, a massive pyramid that functioned as their observatory. This structure was the spiritual and physical center of Tikal; everything from palaces to homes was built in its orbit.
When the Spanish conquistadors swept through Central America, news of their advance reached Tikal. The Mayans, refusing to abandon their sacred land, chose to fight. They fiercely defended their city against the invaders, but as the long battle wore on, they began to lose ground.
It's said that the last survivors hid among the ruins, planting tiny Ceiba tree seeds. The Mayans believed these trees were their final plea to the gods. They would grow so tall they could reach the heavens, their branches becoming a direct line of communication, their rustling leaves a whispered prayer for salvation. The majestic Ceiba tree became their last, desperate connection to the divine.
