Origin: Guatemala – Cobán (Alta Verapaz)
Altitude: 1,300 – 1,500 masl
Climate: Tropical and humid, with rainfall almost year-round
Soil: Rich volcanic and clay-based soils
Cultivation
Coffee Type: 100% Arabica
Varieties: Bourbon, Typica, Caturra
Farming Style: Smallholder farms with careful manual attention
Harvest & Processing
Harvest Season: December – March
Picking Method: Hand-picked, selecting only ripe cherries
Processing Method: Washed – After removing the outer skin, the beans are fermented in water tanks for 14–36 hours to break down the mucilage. They are then washed with fresh water and dried either on patios, raised beds, or in some cases mechanical dryers until reaching ~11% moisture, before being stored and milled.
Cup Profile
Body: Medium to full
Acidity: Bright medium
Sustainability
Supports smallholder farmers in the Cobán region while helping preserve the unique biodiversity of Alta Verapaz’s tropical rainforest ecosystem.
Technical Information
Item Details
Type 100% Arabica
Varieties Bourbon, Typica, Caturra
Altitude 1,300 – 1,500 m
Harvest Hand-picked – December to March
Processing Washed
Body Medium–Full
Acidity Medium
Roast Level Medium
Sustainability Smallholder support & environmental preservation
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