Guatemala La Providencia

Compared to its neighboring countries, Guatemala was late to make coffee an agricultural staple and export—they did not begin commercial production until the 1850s. By 1860 Guatemala had exported 140,000 pounds of coffee and just 25 years later, it was exporting 40 million pounds! While Guatemala’s farming practices are comparable to other countries in this region, Guatemala has an ecosystem that is ideal for coffee production. Not only does the country have an abundance of water, it also has rich volcanic soil. Combine these factors with unique microclimates and you have a recipe that is prime for growing specialty coffee. This high-grown coffee comes from the San Pedro Necta district of the Huehuetenango region which sits in the highlands near Mexico’s border. Finca La Providencia is a 96-hectare estate which has been family operated for three generations. Victor Hugo Anzueto is currently running the estate’s coffee production. Victor grows Catuai and Caturra varieties on the estate which ranges in elevation from 1300-1600 miles above sea level. Quick Facts: Country: Guatemala Region: San Pedro Necta, Huehuetenango Farm: Finca La Providencia Producer: Victor Hugo Anzueto Elevation: 1300 - 1600 MASL Varietal: Catuai, Caturra Process: Washed In the Cup: Light Florals, Vanilla, Orange, Cherry, Dark Chocolate, Balanced Unsure what Grind to choose? Here's how to decide. **All local pick up orders will remain available for 30 days. After 30 days they will be donated to a local charity due to storage space.**