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Archive: Guatemala Santa Clara

Roasted by Verve Coffee Roasters

This long time favorite features red apple brightness balanced with gentle baking spices and the deep comfort of brown sugar.

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Archive: Guatemala Santa Clara — Verve Coffee Roasters
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Red AppleBaking SpicesBrown Sugar

From the roaster

A long time favorite on our shelves, Guatemala Santa Clara does not disappoint. Red Apple brightness is balanced with gentle Baking Spices and the deep comfort of Brown Sugar. Its round texture and velvety sweetness make it both lively and grounding.

— Verve Coffee Roasters

Context

The Archive: Guatemala Santa Clara, sourced from the renowned Guatemala region, represents a classic expression of the country’s high-quality output. Roasted by Verve Coffee Roasters, this selection highlights a profile defined by red apple, baking spices, and brown sugar. While individual lots vary, coffees from this origin are frequently celebrated for their balanced acidity and structured sweetness.

When evaluating such a profile, tasters often look to the flavor wheel to categorize the interplay between the crisp fruit notes and the deeper, caramelized sugars present in the cup. Because the Santa Clara estate is a consistent producer, this coffee serves as a reliable benchmark for those exploring the nuanced, spice-forward characteristics often associated with Guatemalan harvests. By focusing on these specific descriptors, drinkers can better appreciate how traditional processing methods translate into a clean, approachable, and well-defined final brew.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Archive: Guatemala Santa Clara grown?

Archive: Guatemala Santa Clara, roasted by Verve Coffee Roasters, is sourced from Antigua, Guatemala.

What does Archive: Guatemala Santa Clara taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Red Apple, Baking Spices, and Brown Sugar.

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