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Guatemala · Medium-dark

Huehuetenango, Guatemala

Roasted by Pacific Coffee Research

This coffee from the CODECH organization in Guatemala features tasting notes of caramel and hot chocolate.

Huehuetenango, Guatemala — Pacific Coffee Research
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caramelhot chocolate

From the roaster

CODECH is an organization in Concepción Huista that brings together 10 member groups and 476 producers with a shared focus on sustainable development and community empowerment. With strong emphasis on organic farming, women’s participation, and farmer education, CODECH supports producers through workshops in agriculture, leadership, and commercialization while promoting independence from external inputs and volatile markets. Their work strengthens both coffee quality and long-term livelihoods in northern Huehuetenango.

This coffee has tasting notes of caramel and hot chocolate.

Medium-dark roast, Size 10 oz

CODECH is an organization in Concepción Huista that brings together 10 member groups and 476 producers with a shared focus on sustainable development and community empowerment. With strong emphasis on organic farming, women’s participation, and farmer education, CODECH supports producers through workshops in agriculture, leadership, and commercialization while promoting independence from external inputs and volatile markets. Their work strengthens both coffee quality and long-term livelihoods in northern Huehuetenango.

This coffee has tasting notes of caramel and hot chocolate.

Medium-dark roast, Size 10 oz

— Pacific Coffee Research

Context

Sourced from the rugged, high-elevation landscapes of Guatemala · Huehuetenango, this offering from Pacific Coffee Research highlights the classic profile associated with this renowned coffee-growing region. The producer, CODECH, is instrumental in bringing these beans to market, ensuring the quality that defines the area's output. While coffees from this region are often celebrated for their vibrant acidity and complex sweetness, this specific lot leans into a comforting, dessert-like experience, featuring distinct notes of caramel and hot chocolate.

When evaluating such profiles, enthusiasts often consult the flavor wheel to better categorize the nuances of sweetness and body. Generally, coffees from Huehuetenango are prized for their balanced structure, making them a versatile choice for various brewing methods. By focusing on these foundational characteristics, this selection provides a clear, approachable representation of what makes Guatemalan coffee a staple for many roasters and drinkers alike.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Huehuetenango, Guatemala grown?

Huehuetenango, Guatemala, roasted by Pacific Coffee Research, is sourced from Huehuetenango, Guatemala.

What does Huehuetenango, Guatemala taste like?

Expect tasting notes of caramel and hot chocolate.

What roast level is Huehuetenango, Guatemala?

It is roasted to a medium-dark level.

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