Our Story

MAKING A DREAM INTO A REALITY

MAREZ LLC D.B.A. MarezCafe

MAREZ is a fusion of two family names — Maldonado & Florez — reflecting rich cultural roots from the Dominican Republic and Colombia. Together, they built a Veteran-Owned Business dedicated to sourcing the finest coffee from around the globe, with a specialty in Arabica green beans from Colombia. In collaboration with other roasters, MAREZ offers a unique menu featuring exceptional products sourced worldwide.

Our original logo is rich with symbolism: the visible “M” represents Maldonado, and the vertical “Z” represents Florez, embracing the letters in between. Interestingly, the “M” draws inspiration from the water ideogram in ancient Egyptian writing, while the “Z” mirrors the shape of an ax used 3,000 years ago — both essential elements for coffee growth and production. The “A” crossing the “M” forms a pyramid, symbolizing the connection between the Earth and a Higher Power — God and His Wonders. Altogether, the logo subtly integrates MAREZ within a harmonious combination of shapes, reflecting the union of the two families whose shared love of coffee has been a cornerstone of their relationship.

The original blue logo (2013) represents the ocean (“Mares” in Spanish), symbolizing the company’s mission to connect and share its products worldwide. The brown logo represents the earth, highlighting the company’s core product — premium coffee.

About the MarezCafe Veteran Team

MarezCafe is more than coffee—it is culture, heritage, and passion in every cup. Our story is rooted in family, resilience, and Latin tradition, intentionally woven into every roast. Inspired by the warmth of Colombia’s mountain highlands, the rhythm of Caribbean spirit, and the discipline of those who rise before dawn with purpose, MarezCafe represents dedication at its finest.

We deliver rich aroma, bold character, and premium quality from the very first sip. Our beans are responsibly sourced from trusted growers, roasted in small batches, and handled with precision to preserve their natural depth and complexity. Each cup offers balance, strength, and authenticity—never rushed, never compromised.

From our 100% Colombian Arabica selections grown in the highlands of Tolima to our specialty blends and whiskey barrel–aged offerings, every bag reflects our commitment to excellence. We roast to order to ensure peak freshness, because exceptional coffee is not only about flavor—it is about the experience it creates.

Whether fueling early mornings, long shifts, bold ventures, or the next flight, MarezCafe stands with those who move with intention—grinders, creators, professionals, and leaders who demand more from every day.

We are proudly Combat Veteran Owned and Operated, built on discipline, integrity, service, and grit. MarezCafe is led by Edwin (U.S. Army Officer and Aviator), Grace (United States Marine Corps), Dawin (U.S. Army Warrant Officer), and Hiram (United States Coast Guard), who collectively served multiple combat tours around the world. The resilience forged in demanding environments and the unwavering commitment to mission excellence now define our standards in business. That same precision guides every roast and every customer experience.

  • Service shaped our foundation. Precision defines our process. Integrity guides our brand.
  • Community-driven and heritage-rooted, we honor where we come from while boldly expanding our reach—without ever compromising our values.
  • At MarezCafe, we do more than roast coffee.

We carry forward a legacy of dedication, sacrifice, and uncompromising standards into every cup.

This is not just coffee.
This is MarezCafe—bold in flavor, rich in story, and built to move with you.

MAREZ LLC, doing business as MarezCafe, also operates in Colombia as MarezCafe S.A.S. MarezCafe S.A.S. (2/11/2026) oversees the sourcing, quality assurance, management, and distribution of our 100% Colombian Arabica coffee beans. As shown in the images below, our dedicated team is actively working on the ground in Colombia’s most renowned coffee-growing region, El Eje Cafetero, ensuring exceptional quality from origin to cup.