Lica Coffee Estate
Manita Jarutkamoon
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Lica Coffee Estate is a boutique, small-scale coffee farm
located in Ban Mae Daet Noi, Galyani Vadhana, Chiang Mai. Founded
and developed by "Athens" a next-generation farmer born and raised
in this region, the estate is driven by a deep commitment to
elevating Thai coffee throughout the entire supply chain—from
tree to cup.
Situated at an altitude of approximately 1,200–1,250 meters
above sea level, our coffee is meticulously shade-grown under the
canopy of old-growth forest trees. This method preserves natural
ecosystems and allows the coffee cherries to ripen slowly,
resulting in a remarkably distinct quality and a complex flavor
profile.
Due to limited water resources within the community, Lica Coffee
Estate has refined its expertise primarily in Natural and Anaerobic
processing. We continuously experiment with innovative processing
methods to highlight our unique terroir and, more importantly, to
add value to the crops of our local farmers.Operating on the
principles of Direct Trade, we handle everything
ourselves—from cultivation and processing to shipping
directly to our partners. We prioritize transparency and fair
pricing so that every stakeholder can thrive together.
Beyond coffee quality, the community is at the heart of what we do.
We donate 5 Baht for every kilogram of coffee sold to support
school lunch programs for children at Ban Mae Daet Noi
School.
Lica Coffee Estate is more than just a coffee farm; it is a
dedicated effort to improve the quality of life for our community
through coffee that has a story, an identity, and a genuine
reflection of its origins.
