Guatemala, Pastoral, 200 g

Origin

• 🇬🇹 Guatemala· Antigua

Tasting notes

Character

• Clean
  30
• Comforting
  20

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Antigua is one of Guatemala’s three non-volcanic regions, as well as its highest and driest under cultivation, making it one of the best for coffee production. Coffees from Antigua are grown on the slopes of volcanoes receiving lots of sun and little rain, producing complex, fruity flavors. The region has abundant rivers and streams, making it relatively easy for producers to set up mills. With a taste that is subtle and mild yet still complex and interesting, coffee from Antigua will have a full bodyBodyThe weight and texture of coffee in the mouth, from tea-like and delicate to syrupy and heavy. Driven by process, roast, variety, and brew method., heavy sweetness and medium acidityAcidityThe bright, lively, fruit-like sensation in coffee — praise, not a flaw. Citric sparkle, malic apple-crispness, tartaric wine notes; light roasts preserve more of it.. Expect lots of chocolate and hints of fruity notes. Pastoral is the most distinguished of the BourbonBourbonOne of the two foundational arabica varieties (with Typica), named after Île Bourbon (Réunion). Sweet, balanced, caramel-leaning; parent of countless modern cultivars. coffee strain that was introduced by the French in the early 1800’s. The coffee is grown under a dense canopy of shade in 65% year round humidity – perfect conditions for speciality cultivation.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] Facts Farm : Fedecocagua Location : Antigua Varietals : Bourbon Process : WashedWashed processThe fruit is removed from the seed before drying, usually with fermentation and a water rinse. Tends to give clean, transparent cups where origin character shows clearly. Elevation : 1650 meters Farmer : Fedecocagua cooperative Taste Profile : Vanilla, Caramel, Butter