Grown high in the misty peaks of the Blue Mountains, Jamaica’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee is prized for its smooth flavour, mild acidity and exceptional balance. For travelers and coffee lovers, visiting a coffee farm is one of the best food and cultural experiences in Jamaica. These tours allow visitors to walk through coffee fields, learn about the harvesting and roasting process, and taste freshly brewed coffee grown right on the farm. Nothing beats the aroma of freshly brewed coffee prepared right at the source. Here are some of the best coffee tours in Jamaica, particularly in the Blue Mountains near Kingston, where most of the island’s famous coffee is grown.
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Nestled within the lush and mystical Jamaican Blue Mountains lies the Clydesdale National Forest Park, a hidden gem filled with history and untamed natural beauty. Originally founded in the 1700s, Clydesdale was the first place in Jamaica to grow coffee in commercial quantities after its founder recognized the superior quality of the beans thanks to the Blue Mountains’ unique cool and moist growing conditions. Whether you’re a a hiker, camper, birdwatcher, history buff or nature lover, Clydesdale National Forest Park has something in store for you. Here’s how my visit to Clydesdale went in October 2024 + how to plan a visit.
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