Edinson Argote Laurina

Edinson Argote’s story is one of resilience and determination. Orphaned at just three years old and raised by his sister in Huila, Colombia, Edinson left home at 11 to support himself, taking on work wherever he could. By 18, he joined the army, completing 18 months of service. Afterward, a chance job at a local coffee buying station in Acevedo sparked his passion for coffee. Loading and unloading coffee sacks turned into a fascination with cupping, and Edinson pursued courses to refine his sensory skills, beginning his journey into specialty coffee.

Eager to deepen his knowledge, Edinson worked on some of Cauca’s most innovative coffee farms, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship in quality control and processing. Rising to the role of head of quality and processing control, Edinson was grateful for the expertise he had gained but was driven by a greater ambition: to build something of his own. His vision was to establish a farm where he could combine his skills with a focus on producing exceptional coffee.

Today, Edinson runs Quebraditas Coffee Farm with his family, cultivating exotic varieties like Gesha, Bourbon Sidra, Ombligon, Eugenoids, Chiroso, and Laurina. His farm reflects not only his dedication to quality but also his innovative approach to coffee production. Edinson’s journey, shaped by hardship and fueled by ambition, is a testament to his commitment to crafting extraordinary coffee that stands out on the global stage.