“My dream is to share the potential of Coto Brus with the world and see my coffee reach more people around the globe.”
— Joselyn Fallas

Joselyn Fallas is a young coffee producer from La Chelita Farm, located in Coto Brus, Costa Rica, a remote coffee-growing region near the border with Panama.

Through her coffee, Joselyn hopes to introduce the beauty and potential of Coto Brus to coffee communities around the world.

Although Coto Brus is less internationally recognized than regions such as Tarrazú, it has a rich coffee history and remarkable potential. Located in the southern part of Costa Rica, close to the Panamanian border, the region is known for its unique landscape, diverse microclimates, and strong agricultural heritage.

Joselyn’s family has been producing coffee for more than 50 years, with her grandparents and father dedicating their lives to coffee farming. After graduating from university, Joselyn returned to La Chelita to continue her family’s coffee legacy and develop her own specialty coffee lots.

Through careful cultivation and processing, she focuses on expressing the unique character of Coto Brus while preserving meaningful Costa Rican coffee varieties.

Her signature coffee, Venecia, represents this mission. As a traditional Costa Rican variety with low productivity, Venecia has become increasingly rare. By continuing to grow this variety, Joselyn and her family are helping preserve an important part of Costa Rica’s coffee heritage.

Today, Joselyn continues her journey to share the story of Coto Brus through exceptional coffees and build connections with coffee communities around the world.

Her family farm brand | La Chelita

Interview with coffee producer | Joselyn Fallas

Interview with coffee producer | Joselyn Fallas

01. What was your background before coffee?

"My parents have been coffee producers for a long time, but I truly fell in love with coffee while studying International Business and Commerce at the National University of Costa Rica.

It was there that I began to see coffee as something international, something that could transcend borders and connect with people around the world.

I also became increasingly interested in the technical side of coffee, from processing and roasting to tasting. At one point, some of my friends even complained that I talked about coffee too much."

 


02. What brewing method do you enjoy the most?

"The Origami Dripper is my favorite. It’s not only beautiful, but it also produces a balanced cup with great clarity and brightness."



03. What is the technical aspect you care about most when producing coffee?

"I believe every step matters, from maintaining healthy coffee trees and nurturing the soil to harvesting and processing.

Lately, I’ve been especially interested in the scientific side of coffee production. I spend time reading articles, learning from research, and speaking with experts whenever I can."



04. What inspires you?

"Every moment inspires me.

Waking up each morning, living among the mountains, kind words from friends and family, and the work of farms I admire.

Even difficult moments can be a source of inspiration. There are times when I feel frustrated or discouraged. Things are not always perfect.

My parents always told me that new opportunities come after difficult times, and this year proved that to me. That's why I believe I'm currently in a season of reinvention."




05. Is there something you're proud of, or a challenge you've faced, as a woman producer?

"I'm very proud to be a woman working in the coffee industry.

Coffee has traditionally been a male-dominated field, and there are still moments when women don't receive the recognition they deserve. Some are dismissed, underestimated, or made to feel that they don't belong.

There are still people who believe that women cannot successfully manage a coffee farm. That idea frustrates me, but it also motivates me.

I want to show that women can lead, innovate, and build successful businesses in coffee.

Times are changing, and today, many incredible women are shaping the future of our industry."

 

06. Do you have a dream project?

"Absolutely. I'm a big dreamer.

I want to keep improving my coffee processes, connect with more people around the world, and share my coffees with new communities and markets.

And one dream that is especially close to my heart is being part of CeedSeries again next year. I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunity they've given me."

Pictures carefully selected by Joselyn Fallas
Photo credit to La Chelita Farm