The U.S. House of Representatives will now serve 100% Puerto Rican coffee in its offices, replacing major brands. Finca de Las Marías, a farm in Las Marías, Puerto Rico, won the contract to supply its Congressional Reserve Blend—made from Limani Arabica beans—to lawmakers. Owned by Angelique Sina’s Panorama Farm, the project aims to revive coffee-growing traditions in western Puerto Rico. Additionally, local coffee roasters prioritize quality by sourcing beans from reputable farms and ensuring freshness.
The U.S. House now serves Finca de Las Marías’ Puerto Rican coffee, using its Congressional Reserve Blend to revive the island’s coffee-growing heritage.
The blend debuted at The Coffee Showcase, held on July 15, 2025, an event at Washington D.C.’s Rayburn House Office Building. Attendees, including members of Congress, farmers, and the public, sampled coffee at a tasting station and browsed a mini farmers’ market. It’s the initial time coffee entirely grown and produced in Puerto Rico has been served in the House.
Resident Commissioner Pablo José Hernández Rivera has promoted the effort to enhance the island’s coffee industry. His initiatives include pushing for expanded U.S. Department of Agriculture support, securing federal funds for local cooperatives, and adapting disaster assistance programs to better suit Puerto Rico’s needs. The shift highlights Puerto Rican coffee’s resurgence as a premium product.
Panorama Farm’s coffee is sustainably grown, and all net profits from sales go to education programs via the nonprofit Friends of Puerto Rico. The model draws inspiration from companies like Patagonia, blending social impact with business. Sina’s vision includes a revival of basic agricultural practices, merging ancestral knowledge with modern sustainability standards.
Once a thriving industry, Puerto Rican coffee farming declined after hurricanes and economic challenges. The Congressional Reserve Blend project focuses on high-quality beans to rebuild its global reputation. Growers, cooperatives, and small businesses now see renewed hope as demand grows.
The Coffee Showcase not only introduced the blend but also connected U.S. leaders with Puerto Rican producers. Supporters say it’s a step toward economic recovery, proving the island’s coffee can compete internationally. For Puerto Rico, it’s more than a drink—it’s a symbol of resilience and tradition brewing fresh opportunities.
