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Moon River: Guatemala El Mirador

Roasted by Caffe Vita

This single origin coffee from the Huehuetenango region of Guatemala is a rich and juicy light roast from the Armas family.

Moon River: Guatemala El Mirador — Caffe Vita
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From the roaster

This single origin from within the Huehuetenango region of Guatemala returns! And it is still just as rich in juiciness as it is in family ties, featuring:

  • Tasting notes of blackberry, plum, and caramel.
  • Light roast level.
  • Washed process.  
  • Grown at 2000 meters above sea level.
  • Various varietals including Bourbon and Caturra.
  • Cultivated by the Armas family whose widowed matriarch has been running the farm since 1975. 

Drinking Moon River is a decadent experience that you don’t have to feel indulgent about. By purchasing this coffee, you’re directly supporting Rosalia Armas and the multiple generations running her family coffee operation. Taste it today while limited supplies last!

To learn more about this coffee, its story, and the people behind it click here.

— Caffe Vita

Context

The Moon River: Guatemala El Mirador, sourced by Caffe Vita, represents a classic expression of the Huehuetenango region. Produced by the Armas family at an elevation of 2000 masl, this lot utilizes a washed process, a method typically employed to highlight the inherent acidity and clean profile of the bean. In the cup, this coffee presents notes of blackberry, plum, and caramel.

When evaluating such profiles, it is helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better identify the nuances between stone fruit and sugar-browning characteristics. While washed coffees are often celebrated for their clarity and bright, crisp acidity, the specific terroir of Huehuetenango frequently contributes to a balanced, structured cup. This offering serves as a focused example of the meticulous cultivation practices maintained by the Armas family, showcasing how high-altitude conditions and traditional processing techniques work in tandem to define the final sensory experience.

Buy — $26 from Caffe Vita

In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

Where is Moon River: Guatemala El Mirador grown?

Moon River: Guatemala El Mirador, roasted by Caffe Vita, is sourced from Huehuetenango, Guatemala.

What does Moon River: Guatemala El Mirador taste like?

Expect tasting notes of blackberry, plum, and caramel.

How is Moon River: Guatemala El Mirador processed?

Moon River: Guatemala El Mirador uses the Washed process.

What roast level is Moon River: Guatemala El Mirador?

It is roasted to a light level.

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