In 1998, Hurricane Mitch destroyed a large swath of coffee plantations. Renewed coffee production has seen slow development. Honduras has a warm, humid Caribbean climate. In this ideal climate not far from the capital, Tegucigalpa, coffee plants thrive on excellent conditions. The beans from the Marcala region bordering on El Salvador have the best reputation. Here too, SHG is the highest level of quality. A good Honduran coffee has a strong body and a somewhat sweet, opulent taste.