GUATEMALA // GUSTAVO AGUILAR

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Expect notes of Dark Chocolate & Dried Cherry.

Gustavo Aguilar owns Finca La Ciruela in Santa Barbara, Huehuetenango, where he maintains operations through environmental conservation and exploration of new varieties. He primarily grows Bourbon and Caturra, using shade trees to preserve soil and provide natural nitrogen. Located in a cool mountainous region, his farm aims to become internationally recognized for exceptional quality and cup profile.

We are enjoying the intense dark chocolate flavors with dried cherry, jammy blackberry, and brown sugar notes. 

Available in 12oz, 2lb, or 5lb bags.

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Farm: Finca La Ciruela Region: Santa Barbara, Huehuetenango Variety: Bourbon, Catimor, Caturra, Maragogype, Pache Altitude: 1800 MASL

Produced by Gustavo Aguilar in the Santa Barbara region of Huehuetenango, this Guatemala offering from Dogwood Coffee highlights the classic profile of the Bourbon varietal. Grown at 1800 masl, the coffee reflects the distinct terroir of Guatemala · Santa Barbara, Huehuetenango, a region often celebrated for its complex acidity and dense, sweet cup profiles.

In the cup, this lot presents a rich combination of dark chocolate and brown sugar, balanced by the vibrant, concentrated sweetness of dried cherry and jammy blackberry. While individual experiences vary, these notes align with the deeper, sugar-browning and fruit-forward categories found on the flavor wheel. Bourbon coffees are frequently noted for their balanced sweetness and medium body, making this a quintessential example of the high-quality output coming from Aguilar’s farm. Whether enjoyed as a morning staple or a focused pour-over, this selection showcases the depth and clarity achievable through careful cultivation in the Huehuetenango highlands.