There is a special beauty in the Azores islands that make up this quiet and peaceful corner of the world. Mist wraps and curls off the hills and volcanic ridges in the morning. Lush volcanic landscapes host cows that graze freely along steep slopes. Hydrangeas fill every hillside and bloom so vividly that each island is given an alternate name after the unique color visible from far out at sea.
Within their unique microclimate lies something most unexpected: coffee beans growing. Coffee has been grown, harvested, and roasted here since the 19th century. Although the operation is not large by global standards, it is historic, authentic, and deeply flavorful. Its production is an example of persistence, patience, and meticulous preparation and planning.
Delta Coffee, one of the leading coffee brands in Portugal, recently partnered with local Azorean coffee producers to market the first 100% Azorean coffee, fittingly named "The Impossible Coffee."
If you ever find yourself in mainland Portugal or, better yet, the Azores, be sure to look for a great Azorean cup of coffee.
This to me reflects something important. In a world dominated by mass production and efficiency, some things offer a counterpoint. They ask us to slow down, to find satisfaction not in scale but in quality, in sustainability.
I see these parallels in my line of work, dealing with IAM challenges, where scale and the constant drive to deliver features or capabilities can be the greatest pressure. Sometimes it is worth taking a slower step, to really consider how our systems work holistically, and to ensure that delivery is based on diligence, research, and above all, quality and resiliency.
In the end, it may not be the strongest coffee you’ve ever had, but Azorean coffee might be the one whose flavor lingers the longest.
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