About Us

 

Everyone has a story, though not everyone shares theirs. For me, the story of Monoamine began long before the company was officially founded in 2023. Hi, I'm Mauricio, and as far back as I can remember, coffee has been an integral part of my life. I didn’t realize just how deeply it was woven into my story until I joined the military. Long hours and grueling days in service made me lean on something I didn't know I was connected to – coffee.

 

 

During my first deployment, I discovered the strength of the Arabic coffee bean in the Middle East. That dark, rich cup of coffee, gritty and potent, became my fuel. It wasn’t just about staying awake; it was about finding something familiar in a faraway place. But my coffee journey didn’t start there. Growing up, I had my first taste of exceptional coffee while traveling with my family in Kona, Hawaii, where we encountered the famous Kona coffee. At the time, my wife and I thought we knew good coffee – but little did we know, we were just scratching the surface.

 

 

As the years passed, my travels took me further: from the Middle East to Europe, and eventually, to Africa, Central America, and South America. Everywhere I went, I sought out the finest beans, trying as many varieties as I could. But the real revelation came when I was talking to my father one day, and he shared something that astonished me: my Great-Grandfather had owned a coffee farm in Chiapas, Mexico. Suddenly, I realized that my passion for coffee wasn’t just a fluke. It was ingrained in my cultural identity. It was in my blood. The connection was deeper than I had ever imagined.

 

 

This discovery sparked something in me. I felt compelled to explore every coffee farm, to find those rare beans that would bring joy and satisfaction to coffee lovers everywhere. My travels allowed me to taste coffee from every corner of the globe, whether it was by hunting it down online or experiencing it freshly brewed in its native land.

 

Through Monoamine, my goal is to share that passion – to introduce you to coffees from places both known and undiscovered, including those rooted in my family’s legacy. I want to bring the world together, one cup at a time. If my journey can help create connections between families and friends, then it will have been worth every step.

 

So, whether you're an experienced coffee aficionado or just beginning your journey, welcome. May your exploration of coffee be as rich and flavorful as the stories behind each cup.