Guatemala Queztal

GRAHAM • STEWED APPLES • PECAN

COUNTRY | Guatemala
REGION | Huehuetenango
PRODUCER | Quetzal
ALTITUDE | 1400-2200 MASL
PROCESS | Washed
VARIETY | Bourbon, Catimor, Caturra, Maragogype, Pache

ABOUT THE PRODUCER + REGION

The Quetzal (the national bird of Guatemala) Program was born after the creation of “Regional Select - Waykan”, which helps to highlight the distinct regional differences coming out of Guatemala. We heard from producers that they wanted to sell more of their coffee, and Quetzal as a program allows Cafe Imports to buy more and pay more along the larger quality spectrum for high quality coffees from these hardworking men and women in Guatemala.

Huehuetenango is located in Western Guatemala bordering Mexico. It is extremely diverse and known for producing some of the best coffees in Latin America due to its climate, altitude, water sources, and traditional varieties. A range of offerings come out of Huehuetenango, including chocolatey volume offerings and fruit-forward microlots. 

High-grown, hard-bean coffees from Guatemala are a staple offering for many coffee roasters. The crisp acidity, full body, and toffee sweetness found in these coffees make them valuable as well as approachable and we're so excited to bring you our first Gutatemalan!