The Ceiba lot from Huehuetenango is a community coffee, investing in sustainable sourcing to benefit a large group of producers. The cup profile boasts a rich floral and berry aroma and is full of chocolate, lemon, and raspberry, with a creamy body thanks to the specific Huehuetenango terroir.
Huehuetenango is located in the Western highlands of Guatemala bordering Mexico. Thanks to the elevation and varied microclimates of this mountainous region, coffee from Huehuetenango is well known worldwide for its bright and crisp acidity. Huehuetenango lies in the Los Cuchumatanes mountain range, the highest point of which is known as “La Torre,” which reaches almost 3,800 meters.
Cupping Notes: Cherry, apricot, creaminess, and chocolate notes
Brew Recommendations: Espresso, drip, French press, pour-over
Varietals: Caturra, Bourbon, Typica, Catuai, Catimor, Sarchimor, Pache, Pacamara
Region: Huehuetenango
Altitude: 1500 meters above sea level
Processing Method: Wet process (washed) and patio sun-dried
Equity and Transparency Pricing Levels
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Sustaining Level: $16 per 12 oz bag (check out subscriptions for deep discounts) | More info below
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Uplifting Level: $20 per 12 oz bag (check out subscriptions for deep discounts) | More info below
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Benefacting Level: $24 per 12 oz bag (check out subscriptions for deep discounts) | More info below