Finca El Tanque

Beautifully balanced praline sweetness, creamy with juicy dark fruits.

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Out of the remote western Guatemalan region of Huehuetenango, Finca El Tanque is a delicious example of why these iconic highlands are one of the most celebrated origins in the world. Wilian Carillo inherited the 13hectares of Finca El Tanque from his parents and, over the past few years, has been enthusiastically attending trainings and applying innovation to convert his farm to specialty coffee. Established with some great varieties and impressive elevation, Finca El Tanque was perfectly suited to this mission and we're excited to share Wilian's results! In the cup you'll find a beautifully balanced praline sweetness with creamy body and swirls of juicy dark fruits.

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From the Farmer

As mentioned above, Wilian and his family have only recently begun to transition their production from commodity to specialty coffee. The support and education provided by Primavera has been key to helping Wilian achieve such a rapid realisation of his goals (and delivery of such tasty coffee to us!).

Wilian reflects on his journey:
"My entire family is dedicated to farming coffee, but three years ago we realized that they were focused on growing low-quality coffees, meaning that our prices were low and we were earning very little profit. Seeing this problem, I began to innovate and attend trainings to learn more about focusing on quality coffee. This new experience has helped us as a family, which is why we’re enthusiastic about improving our quality.”
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Suggested Recipe

In: 21.5g
Out: 44g
Time: 26sec
Temp: 94.5°C
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Produced by Wilian Carillo in the renowned Guatemala · Huehuetenango region, Finca El Tanque represents the meticulous work of dedicated producers in one of the country’s most celebrated coffee-growing areas. This specific lot is brought to market by Five Senses, a roaster known for highlighting the distinct character of high-quality origins. In the cup, this coffee presents a profile defined by praline sweetness, a creamy mouthfeel, and the brightness of juicy dark fruits.

When evaluating such complex profiles, tasters often reference the flavor wheel to better articulate the interplay between nutty, dessert-like undertones and vibrant fruit acidity. While every harvest varies, coffees from Huehuetenango are frequently recognized for their balanced acidity and full body, qualities that are clearly on display in this selection. Whether enjoyed as a pour-over or a balanced espresso, Finca El Tanque offers a refined experience that showcases the potential of its terroir.