YIPAO COFFEE SAN DIEGO

Páez Indigenous Reservation - Nasawe'sx a coffee symbol of PEACE 🕊️ The inhabitants of the Nasa Wes'x from Gaitania Indigenous Territory, in Planadas, Tolima, arrived in these lands after being displaced from Cauca during the Thousand Days War (civil conflict in Colombia at the end of the 19th century). They settled in the high mountains of Gaitania, forming The Paéz indigenous reservation there. All without suspecting that years later and very close to this place, in Marquetalia, one of the first guerrilla groups in the history of Colombia would emerge, the FARC. Due to the fierce confrontation between the Military Forces and the guerrillas, the Nasa suffered the cruelty of war, saw their integrity and the autonomy of their territory threatened for decades. On July 26, 1996, the Nasawe'sx people tried a dialogue approach with the leaders of the 21st Front of the FARC and signed the only current peace agreement that any Colombian community has with this guerrilla. Today, it’s been 27 years since the celebration of the pact that put an end to the days of violence in their territory and since then, the community celebrates it as a triumph dedicated to life. Specialty coffee, which is recognized as one of the best in Colombia from this region of southern Tolima, would become a tool to consolidate the local economy and peace in this area. The Nasa people proudly narrate their own memories of peace in order to continue building a territory based on the defense of life. I feel privileged to have met and been welcomed by this community in this beautiful land that is also mine 💛 Maria Antonieta Bahamón Yipao Co-founder

Our “tastings with the producer” event yesterday was simply amazing 💥 Thanks to everyone who participated in this unique experience. Our work to bring the best Colombian coffees to San Diego is just beginning! ☕️ Thank you Newerley for visiting San Diego, you know that this is your home and the home of all our Colombian producers 🇨🇴🫶🏼 • • • #yipaocoffee #specialtycoffee #singleorigincoffee #cuppingwiththefarmer #sdcoffee #sdcoffeeroasters #sdcoffeenetwork #sdcoffeecommunity #cupping #cuppingcoffee #catacion #sandiegocoffeeroasters #sandiegocoffee #sandiegocoffeeshop #colombiancoffee #colombiancoffeegrowers

Omar Arango Tinoco’s Finca San Luis is a biodiverse paradise with infinite natural beauty. It’s located within the traditional coffee plantation region in Líbano, Tolima. This coffee farm is recognized for its extraordinary coffee, product of nature itself and Omar’s hard work and dedication in the continuous improvement of the quality of his coffees and through experimentation with new varieties and processes. It’s an honor to have Finca San Luis in stock again, and this time featuring a unique coffee that you will get exclusively at Yipao! We will be part of this weekend’s CaffeineCrawl SD event where attendees will have the first taste of this coffee that will soon be availabe at our online store and coffee shop in UH. Special thanks to @kennethbahamonr for this incredible clip from our last visit to Finca San Luis. . . . . #yipaocoffee #specialtycoffee #singleorigincoffee #culturingcoffee #pdgespanol #roasterdaily #roastmagazine #specialtycoffeeroaster #specialtycoffeeassociation #sdcoffee #sdcoffeenetwork #sandiegocoffee #sandiegocoffeeroasters

Back in Ibagué, Colombia, continuing to calibrate our palates and deepen our understanding of exceptional coffees. Grateful to @cafe100_ @victorgutierrez9498 and the National Federation of Coffee Growers of Colombia, Regional Tolima @fnc_tolima for bringing together coffee professionals committed to the highest standards of quality and sensory excellence. This ongoing learning helps us continue selecting and sharing the finest Colombian coffees at Yipao Coffee ☕️ #cuppingcoffee #specialtycoffee #coffeetasting

Your dog deserves a good coffee shop too. Good news for dog parents 🐾 Yipao is pet friendly because your morning ritual shouldn’t mean leaving your best friend behind. Come grab your cup, soak up the San Diego sun, and bring the whole crew. We’ll take care of you. Both of you. ☕🇨🇴 📍 Pacific Beach | University Heights

WE’RE HIRING BARISTAS ☕️ at Yipao Coffee, we’re looking for experienced baristas who are passionate about specialty coffee, respect quality and craft, and bring strong attention to detail and consistency to everything they do. What we value: • Minimum 1 year of barista experience. dialing in espresso | pour over brewing • Clean, professional appearance • ⁠Commitment to cleanliness, organization, and the overall presentation of the café • ⁠Punctuality and schedule reliability • ⁠Strong teamwork and a collaborative mindset • ⁠Warm and genuine customer service If you’re passionate about coffee, hospitality, and maintaining high standards, we’d love to hear from you. Send your resume to [email protected] #sandiegocoffee #sdcoffeenetwork

🎶 Teach me how to Dougie… #latteart #sandiegocoffee #specialtycoffeeroaster

Celebrate Mom with an exceptional Colombian coffee and make a meaningful impact in the lives of women coffee growers in Colombia 🌷 20% of every Pink Bourbon Natural sold will be donated to SANA an organization that supports the mental health and well-being of Colombian women coffee producers. A gift with a double purpose 🌸 Link to shop and learn more about SANA in our bio. #mothersday #coffeewithpurpose #specialtycoffee

Pour Over Menu ☕️ Five varieties. Distinct profiles. @finca_sanpedro @monroymil @monteverdefinca @newerley_gutierrez_ @jairohumbertolopezospina @jorgeeliasrojasvas @larocastate

Captured the vibe better than we ever could ☕️ Appreciate you, @laronlindsay this one hits 🔥 #specialtycoffee #sandiegocoffee #pacificbeachsandiego

Coffee is about people, and much of it is built on the work of women 🌸 This May, at Yipao Coffee, we’re supporting SANA Programs, working directly with women coffee farmers in Colombia through mental health care, education, and community support. 20% of every bag sold of our Pink Bourbon / Natural from Finca Samaria throughout May will be donated. Just good coffee, with real impact! To learn more about SANA Programs, visit the link in our bio. #mentalhealthsupport #womencoffeefarmers #mentalhealthmonth #maymentalhealthawarenessmonth

7 years after the first Q certification, and still learning 🙏🏼 Staying up to date isn’t optional; it’s part of doing things right. It means continuing to learn, adapting to evolving standards, and improving how coffee quality is evaluated every day. Because a good cup isn’t just about a score. Its value also comes from traceability, from the work done at origin, and from the many decisions behind each coffee. Specialty coffee has, at times, leaned into unnecessary snobbery. But the focus should remain where it matters: transparency, respect for the process, and delivering something genuinely meaningful in the cup. All of it with one purpose: to offer a coffee that reflects care, consistency, and aligns with what each customer truly enjoys ☕️ #specialtycoffeeassociation #qarabicagrader