About Guatemalan Coffee
Colipse's Guatemala Huehuetenango is among the best Guatemalan coffee beans that are cultivated by the Asociacion de Apicultores y Caficultores de Union Cantinil (AAPICUC) coop in the high-altitude region of Huehuetenango. AAPICUC coffee farms are situated at elevations ranging from 1,500 to over 2,000 meters above sea level. The region’s unique microclimate, created by the convergence of hot air from the Mexican Plains and cool air from the Cuchumantanes Mountains, allows for a slow maturation process, enhancing the coffee’s flavor complexity and acidity. Smallholder farmers, primarily from the indigenous Mam community, manage farms averaging 3 to 4 hectares, growing varieties like Bourbon, Catuaí, Caturra, and Pache. The Guatemala Huehuetenango coffee is fully washed and sun-dried, involving aerobic fermentation to remove mucilage and drying on raised beds for ideal moisture content. Processed coffee, meeting top quality standards, is exported by companies like Unex S.A. to the global market.
Cupping Notes
Guatemala Huehuetenango coffee greets you with a bright and lively fragrance, hinting at lemon zest and fresh herbs. On the palate, the flavor unfolds into a harmonious blend of creamy milk chocolate and the sweetly tart character of dried goji berries. A lingering and pleasant aftertaste leaves notes of nougat and aromatic wood on the tongue. The medium-to-high acidity, with its citrusy brightness, elevates the entire profile. The sweetness is beautifully balanced, underscored by subtle brown sugar undertones. Finally, the mouthfeel is undeniably luxurious – a creamy, smooth, and velvety texture that earns an 8 out of 10.