Guatemala Guaya'b

Tasting Notes: Milk Chocolate, Apple, Cinnamon, Pecan

Region: Huehuetenango Farm: Various Smallholder Farmers Altitude: 900 – 1850 masl Varietals: Field Blend Process: Washed

 

Sweet and mellow with a delicate fruit character and a soft, lingering finish. Grown in the rugged highlands of Huehuetenango, this lot is traceable to 115 women farmers participating in GUAYA’B’s Manos de Mujer certification program. Through centralized processing, technical support, and resources for smallholder farmers, GUAYA’B helps its members produce high-quality coffee while creating greater opportunities for women producers.

Sourced from the rugged, high-elevation terrain of Guatemala · Huehuetenango, the Guatemala Guaya'b is a testament to the collaborative efforts of various smallholder farmers. This field blend represents the diverse agricultural landscape of the region, where varied microclimates contribute to the complexity of the harvest. As a washed coffee, this lot undergoes a meticulous processing method designed to highlight the inherent clarity and brightness of the bean.

Roasted by Discovery Coffee, this selection offers a comforting profile characterized by milk chocolate, apple, cinnamon, and pecan. While washed coffees are often celebrated for their clean acidity and balanced structure, the specific interplay of these notes invites a deeper exploration of the flavor wheel. By focusing on the traditional techniques of Huehuetenango, this coffee provides a classic representation of Guatemalan production, balancing approachable sweetness with the nuanced, crisp characteristics typical of the region’s high-altitude harvests.