Guyana, a country known for its vast rainforests, mighty rivers, and growing oil-driven economy, is now turning its attention to an industry with deep historical roots—coffee. While Guyana is not often associated with coffee production like its neighbors in the Caribbean and South America, the country has a long, though somewhat forgotten, history of cultivating coffee. Today, as economic growth surges, there is renewed interest in reviving the coffee industry, offering a glimpse into a promising future for Guyanese coffee.

Coffee was introduced to Guyana by Dutch colonists in the 18th century, flourishing in the fertile lands along the Pomeroon River and other agricultural regions. However, over time, many farmers shifted their focus to sugar, rice, and gold mining, leading to a decline in coffee cultivation. Despite this, small-scale farmers in regions like Pomeroon have kept the tradition alive, producing unique varieties such as Liberica and Arabica. Now, with a renewed push for agricultural diversification, Guyana is seeing a resurgence of interest in coffee production.

The Guyanese government has recognized coffee as a valuable crop in its effort to expand and strengthen the agricultural sector. In recent years, initiatives have been launched to modernize the industry, including a 10,000-tree coffee plantation project in Region One. These efforts aim to restore Guyana’s reputation as a coffee-producing nation and provide local farmers with new economic opportunities.

With Guyana’s economy experiencing a historic boom, largely due to oil production, there is a growing middle class with a taste for high-quality, locally sourced products. This creates a significant domestic market for premium coffee while also positioning Guyana to enter the international specialty coffee scene.

According to market projections, the coffee industry in Guyana is expected to grow by 2.72% annually, reaching an estimated market volume of $1.62 million by 2029. This growth is driven by increasing consumer interest in premium coffee, both locally and internationally. With the right infrastructure, investment, and branding, Guyanese coffee has the potential to gain recognition alongside other Caribbean and Latin American coffee-producing nations.

At Tamana Coffee, we believe in celebrating the rich coffee heritage of the Caribbean. Our mission is not just about offering exceptional coffee but also about bringing attention to the unique and often overlooked coffee-growing regions of the Caribbean, including Guyana. With its close cultural and geographical ties to Trinidad and Tobago, Guyana shares a deep connection with our brand’s values—heritage, quality, and community.

As we continue to highlight the best coffees from the world’s coffee belt, we see Guyana as a potential rising star on the specialty coffee stage. The country’s deep agricultural roots, combined with its economic growth, create the perfect conditions for a coffee revival. Tamana Coffee is here to support and spotlight these emerging coffee cultures, ensuring that the world recognizes the excellence of Caribbean-grown coffee.

Guyana’s coffee industry is at the beginning of an exciting transformation. With the right support, investment, and branding, its unique coffee varieties could soon find their place among the world’s top specialty coffees. As the Caribbean coffee movement gains momentum, Tamana Coffee is proud to play a role in connecting coffee lovers to the rich, diverse flavors of the region.

For coffee enthusiasts looking to explore the unique tastes of the Caribbean, keep an eye on Guyana—it may just be the next great coffee discovery. And at Tamana Coffee, we’ll be there to share its story, one cup at a time.