Guatemala Santa Rosa Coffee

Our speciality Guatemala Santa Rosa Coffee Beans are grown in the fertile volcanic soils of the Santa Rosa valleys in south-central Guatemala. The Central Highlands provide ideal conditions for coffee farming, with their high elevations and mineral-rich volcanic terrain. The region’s climate encourages slow ripening of the beans, enhancing their flavour complexity. Santa Rosa coffees are known for their smooth, well-balanced profile with rich chocolate undertones.

This single origin Arabica coffee gives a very special, clean Central American cup with unique qualities like citrus acidity and a complex combination of fruit, caramel and smooth dark chocolate notes. 

Flavour notes: Dark chocolate, stone fruit and caramel

Body: Creamy

Acidity: Lively, citric

Roast: Medium

Country: Guatemala

Region: Santa Rosa

Altitude: 1350 masl

Variety: Bourbon, Caturra, Pache

Milled Process: Washed

Grade: SHB EP

Coffee from Santa Rosa, Guatemala:

The Santa Rosa region of Guatemala, located in the south-central part of the country, is an emerging coffee-producing area that benefits from unique environmental conditions ideal for high-quality Arabica coffee cultivation. Here are some key features of Santa Rosa coffees:

Growing Conditions

• Altitude: Coffee in Santa Rosa is typically grown at elevations ranging from 1,200 to 1,800 meters above sea level.

• Soil: The region has rich volcanic soils, which are mineral-dense and excellent for nurturing complex coffee flavours.

• Climate: A temperate climate with distinct wet and dry seasons helps promote slow bean development, which often results in denser beans with more concentrated flavours.

Flavour Profile

Coffees from Santa Rosa are known for:

• Balance: A well-rounded cup, often described as smooth and clean.

• Notes: Common tasting notes include chocolate, caramel, citrus, and mild stone fruits.

• Body: Medium to full body with a lingering finish.

• Acidity: Mild to medium, typically bright but not overpowering.

Farming Practices

• Many smallholder farmers in the region use traditional and sustainable methods, including shade-grown techniques and hand-picking ripe cherries.

• Some producers are part of cooperatives or direct trade programs, focusing on quality improvement and traceability.

Market Presence

• While not as globally famous as regions like Antigua or Huehuetenango, Santa Rosa is gaining recognition for its excellent cup quality and potential.

• Some specialty roasters seek out micro-lots from this area due to the unique flavour characteristics and traceable production.

Sustainability: All of our coffee beans are traceable directly to the farm and the farmer. Our coffees are grown by small holder farmers and are either Fairtrade Organic (FTO) or Rain Forest Alliance (RFA) certified, or they are grown as a collective or cooperative to assure a fair wage, investment in the community and good environmental practice. Our coffee bags are recyclable.

Why buy from us? Our award-winning, ethically sourced coffee is freshly hand roasted to order every week. Our aim is to retain the main characteristics of single origin Arabica beans and to enhance them with delicate roasting. All of our medium roast single origin Arabica coffee is suitable for espresso. Just choose Fine Grind or Whole Bean depending on your coffee machine or brewing method. 

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