Source: Cup of Excellence
Date: May 26, 2026
Cup of Excellence Auction Changes Coffee Farmer’s Life
- Ramón Jarquín, a coffee producer from El Porvenir, Nicaragua, sold his coffee for only $1.50 per pound through intermediaries for years.
- He carried his coffee 2 kilometers on his back to sell it, showing immense dedication.
- Encouraged to join Cup of Excellence 2025, his coffee won second place and sold for $15 per pound.
- The proceeds helped pay for life saving medical treatment for his young daughter.
- His daughter, who had to pause school due to illness, is now healthy and back to her childhood routines.
- The Nicaragua Cup of Excellence auction will take place on June 25, 2026.
Behind every coffee lot is something much bigger: a family, a dream, and sometimes even a second chance at life. Ramón Jarquín, a coffee producer from El Porvenir, Nicaragua, spent years selling his coffee through intermediaries for only $1.50 per pound.
He never imagined how much it was truly worth. He even carried his coffee two kilometers on his back while walking, showing the determination and hard work behind every harvest.
Encouraged to participate in Cup of Excellence 2025, Ramón entered with little expectation. Then everything changed. His coffee earned second place and sold for $15 per pound at auction, ten times his usual price.
A Life Changed Beyond the Auction
The greatest impact happened at home. The proceeds helped Ramón afford life saving treatment for his young daughter. The little girl had been struggling with health issues that deeply affected the entire family. Before receiving treatment, she was unable to enjoy the simple routines of childhood and had to put school on hold.
Thanks to this opportunity, she was able to get the care she needed. She returned to school, spent time with friends, and simply became a child again. Stories like Ramón’s remind us why this work matters. Cup of Excellence is not only about extraordinary coffee. It is about creating opportunities and changing lives.
How to Participate
You can be part of that impact at the Nicaragua Cup of Excellence Auction on June 25, 2026. Sample sets are available for purchase. Orders close soon. Secure your sample sets before the deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Who is Ramón Jarquín?
Ramón Jarquín is a coffee producer from El Porvenir, Nicaragua, who participated in Cup of Excellence 2025 and won second place.
2. How much did Ramón used to sell his coffee for?
He sold his coffee for only $1.50 per pound through intermediaries before the auction.
3. What price did his coffee achieve at the Cup of Excellence auction?
His coffee sold for $15 per pound, ten times his usual price.
4. How did the auction winnings change his family’s life?
The proceeds helped pay for life saving medical treatment for his young daughter, who was seriously ill.
5. When is the Nicaragua Cup of Excellence auction?
The auction will take place on June 25, 2026.
6. How can buyers participate?
Buyers can secure sample sets before orders close. Contact Cup of Excellence for more information.
Published: May 26, 2026
