Coffee prices rise significantly in the Dominican Republic

Coffee prices in the Dominican Republic have seen significant increases, with some varieties rising by as much as 29.4% compared to the previous year. An analysis conducted by SupermercadosRD, which examined 19 types of coffee sold in national supermarkets, revealed that lower-cost brands experienced higher price volatility and steeper increases than premium options.

Among specific brands, Kora's 8.8-ounce package recorded the highest increase at 29.4%. Other notable rises include the 16-ounce Kora package at 23.9%, Induban Gourmet (10 oz) at 22.7%, and Café Santo Domingo (1 lb) at 22.8%. In contrast, premium coffees like Juan Valdez Colina showed greater price stability, with a median increase of only 4.6%.