Guatemala Baja Verapaz Cubulco Medium Roast Tasting Notes: Brown Sugar • Red Apple • Citrus Nestled in the mountains of Baja Verapaz, Guatemala, this washed coffee offers a beautifully balanced cup with comforting sweetness and lively complexity. Rich brown sugar provides a smooth foundation, while crisp red apple and a touch of bright citrus create a clean, refreshing finish. Sourced from smallholder farms throughout the Cubulco region, this coffee is grown between 1,600 and 1,800 meters above sea level, where cool mountain climates and traditional farming practices produce exceptional quality. Carefully washed after harvest, the result is a clean, vibrant cup that showcases the unique character of Guatemala's highlands. Roasted to a medium profile, Guatemala Baja Verapaz is equally enjoyable as a morning pour over or your everyday cup of coffee. Its approachable sweetness, balanced acidity, and smooth finish make it a coffee you'll reach for again and again. Best Brewed As This medium roast excels in brew methods that highlight its caramel-like sweetness, balanced acidity, and clean finish. Pour Over brings forward notes of brown sugar and crisp red apple while showcasing the coffee's bright citrus finish with exceptional clarity. Drip Coffee creates a balanced, easy-drinking cup with comforting sweetness and a smooth, clean finish that's perfect any time of day. Single-Origin Espresso produces a sweet, syrupy shot with rich brown sugar sweetness, subtle citrus brightness, and a pleasant red apple finish that lingers beautifully. For the best cup, we recommend grinding fresh, using filtered water, and brewing between 198–205°F.