Meet Liberica, also known in the Philippines as Barako—a coffee unlike any other. It’s bold, smoky, floral, and untamed, with a flavor profile as powerful as its history. What makes it rare? Liberica accounts for only 2% of the world’s coffee, and of that small amount, 1.1% is still cultivated in its place of origin—Lipa, Batangas, where it’s been growing since the 1740s. This isn’t just coffee. This is the root of Filipino coffee culture. Why It’s Called Barako The name “Barako” comes from the Filipino word for “stud” or “wild boar”—a symbol of toughness, strength, and raw power. That name wasn’t just a label—it was a statement. Barako trees grow tall and wild, sometimes reaching over 20 feet high. The beans are massive, the flavor is intense, and the aroma fills the room before the cup even touches your lips. For generations, Barako has been the coffee of the working class, the farmers, the elders, the dreamers. It’s the drink of the brave, and it’s been part of our people’s dai