Guatemalan coffee is not just a drink; it's a complete sensory journey that blends rich aromas and balanced flavors that captivate the senses. Every sip gives you a sense of luxury and distinction, a coffee experience that captures the depth of authenticity and the quality of carefully selected beans. It's the coffee that transforms your everyday moments into unforgettable experiences.
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What is Guatemalan coffee?
Guatemalan coffee is considered one of the world's most distinguished specialty coffees, thanks to its high quality and complex balanced flavors. Grown at high altitudes and in fertile volcanic soil, it has a distinctive taste and multiple notes including chocolate, fruit, cocoa, and rich spices. The preparation process often relies on a meticulous washing technique, which enhances the purity of the flavor and brings out the details of each bean to exceptional effect.
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From the fertile farms of Antigua in the heart of Guatemala, Buena Vista's crop offers a stunning balance of sophisticated fruitiness and classic sweetness. The taste carries hints of fig, floral, and chocolate, punctuated by hints of refreshing citrus apple, offering a rich and perfect experience for lovers of Guatemalan coffee with its subtlety and subtlety.
An ideal choice for classic filter drinks or elegant espresso, it delivers a clean, balanced cup from the first sip to the last. Enjoy one of the roasting house's most notable coffee collections, where high craftsmanship meets the spirit of Guatemalan farms to create an unforgettable cup.
The most prominent types and characteristics of Guatemalan coffee
- Typica: It has a strong flavor and clear acidity with a perfect balance in taste, but it is limited in production.
- Caturra: One of the most widespread varieties in Guatemala, it has abundant production and a balanced flavor, but is susceptible to coffee rust.
- Bourbon: Known for its high cup quality and sweet notes of chocolate and fruit, despite its low production.
- Catuai: Combines rich taste with good production, used in many farms, but is susceptible to rust.
- Pache: A small, local variety with a smooth, medium flavor, requiring special care due to its susceptibility to diseases.
- Maragogipe: Known for its large size and nicknamed “elephant beans,” it produces a rich cup with a smooth, distinctive flavor.
What are the features of Ben Guatemala?
- It features a sweet floral scent blended with hints of vanilla and light spices that give it a unique aromatic depth.
- Flavors vary from region to region; for example, Antigua coffee has chocolate and caramel hints, while Huehuetenango coffee has a bright, fruity character.
- Guatemalan coffee has a taste that combines sweetness and refreshing acidity, with subtle shades of tropical fruits and chocolate.
- With its perfect balance, it's a great choice for drip coffee, French press, and espresso alike.
- It leaves a clear, refreshing mouthfeel that lingers after the last sip, reflecting the purity of the process and the precision of the roasting.
- Its texture is often buttery and smooth, making it ideal for lovers of smooth, balanced coffee.
The most famous coffee-growing areas in Guatemala
Antigua
Located in a valley surrounded by three volcanoes, Antigua is one of Guatemala's most popular coffee-growing regions. Its beans have a full body and a silky finish, with complex flavors combining cocoa, spices, and dried fruits. This coffee maintains its high quality even in dark roasts, making it ideal for lovers of strong, balanced espresso.
Nuevo Oriente
In the east of the country, on the border with Honduras, Nuevo Oriente coffee is grown in rich volcanic soil, giving it a bright acidity and a firm body. Grown at high altitudes between 1,300 and 1,700 meters, this region is known for producing clean-tasting coffee with a balanced flavor and aroma.
Fray Janis Plateau
North of Lake Amatitlán, the Fray Janis Plateau produces one of Guatemala's finest coffees. Minerals from the Pacaya volcano give the beans a rich flavor and balanced acidity, along with a firm body and smooth texture. This coffee is classified as "Strictly Hard Bean," a testament to its high quality.
Huehuetenango
From the northern highlands of Guatemala comes the unique Huehuetenango coffee, characterized by a delicate fruity flavor and a clean, long-lasting finish. Its light, buttery body and sweet, floral aroma make it one of the most distinctive coffees of all time.
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Copan coffee is grown in north-central Guatemala, within humid, subtropical forests, giving it a rich, spicy flavor with light floral acidity and subtle wine notes. It has a medium to full body and a vibrant aroma, making it a premium choice for coffee lovers with a vibrant, balanced character.
Atitlan
Around the enchanting Lake Atitlán, surrounded by three massive volcanoes, coffee trees grow in an ideal, year-round humid environment. Its beans have a full body and floral flavors with a subtle spicy acidity. The soil is often naturally fertilized without chemicals, giving the coffee a pure, organic character.
San Marcos
The San Marcos region is considered the warmest and most humid in Guatemala, resulting in a rich, aromatic coffee with intense flavors, ideal for those who love strong, layered flavors.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to prepare Guatemalan coffee for the best experience?
For maximum balance and flavor, it's best to use a manual dripper like the V60 or Chemex. These methods precisely extract the aromatic and acidic components, producing an elegant cup that reflects the authentic Guatemalan coffee identity.
How does Guatemala's geography affect the flavor and quality of coffee?
Guatemala boasts high mountainous terrain and mineral-rich volcanic soil, providing an ideal environment for growing high-quality coffee. These factors give the beans a unique flavor that blends tropical fruits with balanced sweetness.
How to prepare espresso using Guatemalan beans?
For a rich, full-bodied espresso, it's best to press the coffee evenly inside the handle and use a precision espresso machine to adjust the extraction rate. This technique ensures a perfect balance between sweetness and acidity, resulting in an espresso cup full of the distinctive flavors of Guatemalan beans.
What are the methods of processing coffee in Guatemala?
Guatemalan farmers rely on a combination of traditional and modern coffee processing methods, such as washed processing, which highlights purity and freshness in the taste; natural processing, which enhances fruity notes and sweetness; and honey processing, which gives the coffee a velvety texture and a rich, gradual flavor.
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