Everything you want to know about CAFIVER, in clear answers.

CAFIVER is a 100% Mexican coffee processor and marketer, with a plant in Ixtaczoquitlán, Veracruz, operating since 1985.

It produces green, decaffeinated, roasted, ground and instant coffee; sells its own brands (CAFIVER, Negro Café, Continental and Vivendi); offers Coffee Service for hotels, restaurants and offices; and manufactures for third parties (co-packing and private label). It supplies more than 100 cities in Mexico and exports to four continents.

It is produced at the CAFIVER plant in Ixtaczoquitlán, Veracruz, high in the mountains of one of Mexico's most important coffee-growing regions.

The plant processes more than 33,500 tons of coffee per year and has specialized warehouses for green and finished coffee. CAFIVER also has international offices in Miami (U.S.A.) and Rotterdam (Netherlands). Learn more at About us.

CAFIVER has four of its own brands: CAFIVER (roasted and ground, capsules and kits), Negro Café (instant), Continental (instant) and Vivendi (whole bean roasted and ground, 100% arabica).

Its portfolio includes 18 coffees in regular and decaffeinated versions, in whole bean, ground, instant, capsules and single-serve formats. You can filter them by flavor and roast at Our brands.

Yes. CAFIVER's capital became 100% Mexican in 2000.

The company was founded in 1985 in Ixtaczoquitlán, Veracruz, through an alliance between a group of Mexican exporters and a German company. Today its products carry the “Hecho en Veracruz” (Made in Veracruz) mark for the CAFIVER, Negro Café and Continental brands.

CAFIVER holds, among others, ISO 9001, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, C-TPAT, Rainforest Alliance, Fair Trade, Kosher, Halal, organic certifications (USDA, EU and Mexico), Gluten Free (ACELMEX), ESR Distinction and EcoVadis.

In 2025 it also received the Premio México Muy Mexicano award and has earned the ESR social responsibility distinction for 12 consecutive years. See the details at Certifications.

80% of the electricity used in its industrial processes comes from renewable sources, and spent coffee grounds are used as thermal energy within the plant itself.

In 2025 it planted 2,400 Oyamel fir trees in Villas Pico, La Perla, Veracruz, and since 2020 it has supported the community of El Porvenir, Zongolica, through the “Adopt a Community” program. It's all in Sustainability (CAFIVERDE).

CAFIVER's Mexican coffee comes from growing regions such as Veracruz, Chiapas and Oaxaca.

It works with regions whose harvest cycles complement each other to maintain inventory throughout all 12 months of the year. Each contributes a different profile: Veracruz, round body and moderate citrus acidity; Chiapas, full body with chocolatey notes and low acidity; Oaxaca, floral notes and light to medium body.

There are two: the first opened in 2017 next to the plant in Ixtaczoquitlán, and the second opened in 2026 in downtown Orizaba, Veracruz.

They are spaces to try CAFIVER brands served on the spot. Before you go, confirm opening hours through the contact form.

The CAFIVER online store invites you to get to know the plant, but it does not publish visiting hours or an open booking process.

If you would like to arrange a visit, write to us through the contact form stating your name, company and tentative date.

Job openings are posted on the CAFIVER Job Board, where you can apply online.

You can also find the link in the footer of this site, in the “About us” column.

You can buy it in the online store tienda.cafiver.com and at chains such as Chedraui, La Comer, Alsuper, Fresko and City Market, as well as from wholesalers.

CAFIVER products are also available on Amazon México. To find the nearest point of sale, use the map at Where to buy.

If you prefer a smooth, fruity coffee, choose Vivendi; if you want a balanced one for everyday, House Blend; and if you are after intensity and chocolate notes, Specialty, Espresso or Negro Café.

• Smooth: Vivendi (100% arabica, light roast, sweet and fruity notes) and Continental (instant, caramel and piloncillo notes).
• Balanced: House Blend (arabica and robusta, sweet almonds) and House Blend Plus (100% arabica, caramel).
• Intense: Specialty (sweet chocolate), Espresso (dark chocolate), Morning Blend and Negro Café.

coffee finder recommends coffees based on profile, roast and format.

Both are CAFIVER instant coffees: Negro Café is intense, dark roast with chocolate notes; Continental is smooth, medium roast with caramel and piloncillo notes.

Negro Café is offered with and without caffeine. Choose Negro Café if you want a strong flavor and Continental if you prefer a smoother, sweeter cup.

Vivendi is the brightest, with more pronounced acidity; for a cup with less acidity, choose a balanced or intense profile such as House Blend, Specialty or Espresso.

Acidity also depends on origin and roast. If you are unsure what your stomach tolerates best, consult a health professional.

Yes. There is a decaffeinated version of Negro Café, Vivendi, House Blend, the coffee kits, single-serve pods and Catalina capsules.

According to CAFIVER, Vivendi Decaf preserves the aroma, full body and balanced acidity of the regular version. Find them in the online store.

Negro Café is listed in the online store as “certified gluten free,” and CAFIVER holds the Gluten Free certification from ACELMEX.

Since each product is different, always check the label on the package you are buying, especially if you have celiac disease or allergies.

Whole bean, ground, instant (jars), single-serve capsules, pods, coffee kits and functional coffee, plus wholesale and bulk formats.

• 240 g, 340 g and 500 g bags for whole bean roasted and ground coffee.
• Instant in jars (for example, 45 g, 90 g and 180 g for Negro Café).
• Single-serve capsules in boxes of 200 pieces and bags of 20 capsules.
• Coffee kits ready to make 4 cups, with filter, stirrer, sugar and creamer substitute.

Yes. The online store includes functional coffees with ingredients such as collagen, ganoderma and probiotics.

Check each product's ingredient and directions on its product page before buying.

As of September 30, 2026, the store shows more than 800 reviews: 91% are five-star and 9% four-star, with no lower ratings.

Reviews highlight the flavor and quality, the aroma when opening the bag, fast delivery, value for money and variety. The reviews are at tienda.cafiver.com/pages/opiniones.

Yes, the online store ships all over Mexico.

Shipping cost is calculated at checkout, based on your postal code and the products in your cart.

Yes: bulk roasted coffee includes free shipping, and the Vivendi product page offers free shipping on purchases over $700 MXN.

Terms may change depending on the current promotion; confirm the details in your cart before paying.

CAFIVER does not process orders on Saturdays or Sundays, and bulk roasted coffee takes 3 to 7 business days to process.

In their reviews, many customers report fast deliveries, from the next day to a week. If your order is delayed, call customer service.

Yes. The store offers 10% off your first purchase when you subscribe to its newsletter, subject to the restrictions stated in the store.

You can also subscribe from the footer of any page on this site to receive launches and promotions.

Call 272 154 8038, Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

To get a quote for bulk coffee you can also write on WhatsApp at +52 272 154 8812 or use the contact form.

The store has a Returns and Refunds Policy published in the store policies section of tienda.cafiver.com.

Review it before buying and, if your order arrives damaged or incorrect, contact customer service as soon as possible at 272 154 8038.

CAFIVER recommends 8 grams of coffee per 177 ml (6 oz) cup.

At that dose, a 500 g bag yields more than 60 cups. Adjust the amount of coffee up or down depending on how strong you like it.

As a general rule, use a coarse grind for French press, medium for drip coffee makers, Chemex or V60, and fine for espresso or moka pot.

If you buy CAFIVER ground coffee, check the package for the recommended brewing method; if you prefer to grind it yourself, choose whole bean coffee. More in the article Types of Coffee Grind.

Keep the coffee tightly sealed in a cool, dry place; CAFIVER also notes that it can be refrigerated.

The Vivendi bag includes a valve and a tin tie closure to preserve aroma and freshness. Avoid moisture, heat and direct light.

Spray dried is made by atomizing coffee extract and produces a fine powder; agglomerated binds those particles into larger granules.

CAFIVER makes both types at its Ixtaczoquitlán plant, as well as spherical instant coffee since 2005.

Dissolve the instant coffee in 2 tablespoons of hot water, pour it into a glass with ice, and top with milk and a drop of vanilla.

This is the CAFIVER Iced Latte recipe, and it takes 5 minutes. Find more drinks and desserts in Recipes.

CAFIVER decaffeinates green beans with methylene chloride or ethyl acetate, and today it also offers a sugarcane process.

The Ixtaczoquitlán plant was founded in 1985 as a decaffeination plant and is now developing a method using natural bioagents. The goal is to preserve aroma and flavor without the caffeine.

It is the CAFIVER division, created in 1998, that provides coffee, equipment, installation, maintenance and training for hotels, restaurants, cafés, offices, institutions and cafeterias.

Learn about the full service at Coffee & Machines.

With the equipment loan (comodato), CAFIVER installs and maintains the machine at your business at no equipment purchase cost; you pay only for the coffee you consume.

It includes repairs, parts and cleaning, with flexible terms to suit your operation. A specialist will explain the conditions for your case from the contact form.

It includes coffee and supplies, equipment on loan, installation, preventive maintenance, technical support and barista training.

It also offers business advisory. If your business already has equipment, CAFIVER can provide the service with that machine.

It offers filter, semi-automatic, super-automatic, in-room, capsule and granita machines, and cold beverage dispensers, plus accessories.

The ideal equipment depends on your actual consumption; CAFIVER evaluates your business before recommending it. Explore the catalog at Coffee machines on loan (comodato).

CafiBox is CAFIVER coffee as an ingredient for cafés and businesses, in sizes designed for their consumption volume.

For example, CafiBox 777 brings together 7 varieties (Specialty, House Blend, HB Plus, Morning Blend, Premium, Espresso and Vivendi) with 3.08 kg of coffee. It can be purchased at tienda.cafiver.com/collections/cafe-para-negocios.

Yes. The standard sack is 58 kg, 25 kg sacks are also available, and all bulk roasting orders include free shipping throughout Mexico.

There are 13 quality levels from Veracruz, Chiapas and Oaxaca, in whole bean or ground, and pricing improves from 500 kg. For another quantity, or to try before you commit, message us on WhatsApp at +52 272 154 8812. See the bulk offer.

We have locations in Monterrey (Northeast), Guadalajara (West), Querétaro (Bajío), Mexico City (Central), Puebla (Southeast) and Cancún (Peninsula).

Each location has its own phone and email; find them on the map of coverage.

Choose “Coffee Service” in the contact form and a specialist will reply within 24 business hours.

The process is: we assess your business, install the equipment on loan (comodato), schedule supply, and provide ongoing maintenance.

Choose “Distributors” in the contact form, tell us about your market, and a specialist will reply within 24 business hours.

Then we evaluate the fit, define commercial terms and logistics, and get started with training and sales materials. More details at How to become a distributor.

We look for a commercial presence in your area (retail, wholesale or HORECA), storage and delivery infrastructure, interest in developing the coffee category, and a long-term relationship.

If your area is new to CAFIVER, tell us where you are: we will evaluate coverage, volume and potential in your region.

A portfolio of four brands: CAFIVER, Negro Café, Continental and Vivendi, from instant to roasted and ground.

You also get the backing of more than 40 years of experience, our own plant and consistent supply. See the full portfolio.

Contract manufacturing (maquila) is the production of your product to your specifications, and CAFIVER offers it with its industrial infrastructure and quality standards.

It is for companies that already have their formula or product and need someone to produce it. Details at Contract coffee roasting & packing (co-packing).

Yes. CAFIVER works with you to develop a coffee under your own brand (Private Label), from product selection to packaging.

It is an option for retail, distributors and brands that want to launch their own coffee. Learn about the process at Create your coffee brand.

The plant processes more than 33,500 tons of coffee per year.

It includes green and decaffeinated coffee, instant (spray dried and agglomerated), roasted whole bean, and packaging in jars or doy packs, with its own cupping lab and certified Q Graders. It operates with quality and supply 365 days a year.

Green, decaffeinated, roasted and ground, and instant coffee (agglomerated and spray dried), in the volume your operation requires.

It is aimed at food and beverage manufacturers, distributors and importers. See Coffee as an ingredient.

Yes. CAFIVER exports to customers on four continents, with international offices in Miami (U.S.A.) and Rotterdam (Netherlands).

It holds international certifications and has foreign trade experience. Request a quote at Coffee export.

Choose “Contract manufacturing / Private label” or “Export” in the contact form and describe your market, volume and specifications.

The process is: you tell us what you need, we design the solution, we produce and validate to industrial standards, and we deliver in Mexico or in the international market where you operate.