Premium Puerto Rican Coffee Beans
Hand-Selected from High-Altitude Farms, Available to Take Home
The secret to exceptional coffee starts with exceptional beans. At Alexander’s, we source our coffee beans directly from high-altitude farms in Puerto Rico, where ideal growing conditions produce some of the world’s finest coffee. The same premium beans we use in every cup at our Walhalla cafe are available for you to take home, roasted to perfection and ready to brew.
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Why Our Beans?
What Makes Our Beans Special?
High-Altitude Grown
Our beans are grown at elevations above 2,000 feet in Puerto Rico's mountainous regions, where cooler temperatures and rich volcanic soil create ideal conditions for developing complex, vibrant flavors.
Hand-Selected Quality
Every bean is carefully selected for size, density, and quality. We work directly with Puerto Rican farmers who share our commitment to excellence, ensuring only the finest beans make it into your bag.
Freshly Roasted
When we order our beans, they're roasted fresh specifically for us. This ensures you're getting coffee at peak freshness, not beans that have been sitting on a shelf for months. Fresh roasting means maximum flavor in every cup.
Our Flavor Profiles
Try our selection of expertly roasted Puerto Rican coffee beans.
Our exact espresso blend we use at Alexander’s for all our espresso-based drinks are available for any customer to purchase. Specially roasted to create perfect extraction with rich crema, balanced sweetness, and smooth finish. Whether you’re pulling shots at home or making lattes, this blend delivers cafe-quality results.
Roast Profile: Medium-Dark | Espresso Roast
Best For: Espresso machines, moka pots, lattes, cappuccinos
Our Grinding & Brewing Guide
How To Brew the Perfect Cup at Home
Grinding
For the freshest, most flavorful coffee, we recommend buying whole beans and grinding just before brewing. Below is our suggested grinding guide:
Coarse Grind
Why This Size: Coarse grinds need longer brew times (4-12 hours for cold brew, 4 minutes for French press). The larger particles prevent over-extraction and bitterness during extended steeping.
Texture: Distinct, chunky particles that feel gritty between your fingers.
Visual Description: Like sea salt or coarse breadcrumbs—you can clearly see individual chunks
Best For: French Press, Cold Brew, Percolator
Medium Grind
Why This Size: Medium grind is the most versatile. It allows proper extraction in 3-5 minutes, making it perfect for most home brewing methods. This is what most people should use.
Texture: Even, gritty texture that flows easily but isn’t powdery.
Visual Description: Like regular sand or granulated sugar, similar to what you’d find in pre-ground grocery store coffee
Best For: Drip Coffee Makers (most common), Pour-Over (Chemex, Hario V60), Aeropress (with 2-3 minute brew), Siphon Brewers
Fine Grind
Why This Size: Fine grinds expose more surface area for quick extraction (20-30 seconds for espresso). The small particles create the pressure needed for espresso and prevent water from flowing through too quickly.
Texture: Smooth, powdery feel with a slight grit, similar to flour but slightly coarser.
Visual Description: Like table salt or very fine sand, noticeably powdery but still grainy.
Best For:Espresso Machines, Moka Pot (Stovetop Espresso Maker), Aeropress (with 1 minute brew)
Quick Reference Chart
Grind Size
Looks Like
Feels Like
Brew Time
Best For
Extra Coarse
Peppercorns
Very chunky
12-24 hrs
Cold Brew
Coarse
Sea Salt
Chunky
4-8 min
French Press
Medium-Coarse
Rough Sand
Gritty
4-6 min
Chemex, Clever Dripper
Medium
Sand/Sugar
Even grit
3-5 min
Drip Coffee, Pour-Over
Medium-Fine
Fine Sand
Slightly powdery
2-3 min
Aeropress, Siphon
Fine
Table Salt
Powdery with grit
20-30 sec
Espresso, Moka Pot
Extra Fine
Flour
Soft powder
1-2 min
Turkish Coffee
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Brewing Tips
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How Our Coffee Compares
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Origin
100% Puerto Rican Coffee
Mixed
Altitude
Consistent Premium Flavor
Unknown
Freshness
Within Roasting Date
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Responsibly Sourced
Sustainably Sourced
So How Are We Sustainable?
We source our coffee beans directly from Puerto Rican farms that practice sustainable, traditional farming methods. These family-owned farms use shade-grown techniques that protect biodiversity, preserve natural habitats, and reduce the need for chemical inputs. Puerto Rico’s rich volcanic soil requires minimal fertilization, and high-altitude growing conditions create naturally resilient coffee plants.
By choosing Puerto Rican coffee, you’re supporting local island agriculture, ensuring fair compensation for farmers, and helping preserve a coffee heritage that spans generations. Our direct relationships with suppliers mean farmers receive fair pay, and our small-batch ordering minimizes waste while ensuring peak freshness.
When you buy Alexander’s coffee beans, you’re choosing quality that’s good for you, good for farmers, and good for the planet.
Our Advantage...
- Shade-grown using traditional methods
- High-altitude volcanic soil farming
- Direct relationships with Puerto Rican farmers
- Small-batch roasting reduces waste
- Supporting Puerto Rican agricultural heritage
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have Addtional Questions About Our Beans?
Where do your coffee beans come from?
Our coffee beans are sourced directly from high-altitude farms in Puerto Rico, specifically from elevations above 2,000 feet in the island’s mountainous regions. We work with family-owned farms that use traditional, sustainable growing methods and benefit from Puerto Rico’s volcanic soil.
Can I buy your coffee beans to take home?
Yes! We sell the same premium Puerto Rican coffee beans we use at our cafe. Available in 12oz and 5lb bags, you can purchase whole beans or have them ground fresh to match your brewing method. Stop by our location at 124A E Main St in downtown Walhalla or call ahead to place an order.
What roast levels do you offer?
We offer currently offer two roasts, we offer a medium-dark roast we use in our pour over as well as our signature espresso blend. Our espresso blend is also a medium-dark roast specifically formulated for optimal extraction with rich crema and smooth finish. Our staff can help you choose the right roast based on your taste preferences and brewing method.
Will you grind the beans for me?
Absolutely. While we recommend buying whole beans and grinding fresh at home for maximum flavor, we’re happy to grind your beans to the perfect consistency for your brewing method, whether that’s French press, drip coffee maker, pour-over, espresso machine, or cold brew.
How fresh are your coffee beans?
Freshness is crucial to us. When we order beans, they’re roasted specifically for us, not sitting in a warehouse for months. We recommend using opened coffee within 2-4 weeks for peak freshness. Store beans in an airtight container away from light, heat, and moisture.
Do you offer wholesale or bulk orders?
Yes, we offer wholesale options for offices, restaurants, and events. Contact us at (864) 718-5372 or alexandersofficesupply@gmail.com to discuss your needs and pricing.
What makes Puerto Rican coffee different from other origins?
Puerto Rican coffee is grown at high altitudes in volcanic soil, creating beans with complex flavor profiles, balanced acidity, natural sweetness, and smooth body with notes of chocolate, caramel, and nuts. It’s single-origin specialty coffee with a heritage spanning generations.
How much coffee should I use per cup?
We recommend 1-2 tablespoons (6-10 grams) of ground coffee per 6oz of water. Adjust based on your taste. You should use more coffee for a stronger brew, less for a milder cup. The coffee-to-water ratio is one of the most important factors in brewing great coffee at home so experiment with it for your preferred taste.
Are your coffee beans sustainably sourced?
Yes. Our beans come from farms that practice shade-grown techniques, which protect biodiversity and reduce chemical inputs. We maintain direct relationships with Puerto Rican farmers to ensure fair compensation and support the island’s agricultural heritage.