Guatemala El Guachipilin - Washed

Variety: Caturra Process: Washed Region: Huehetenango Altitude: 1,800 masl Sensory profile: Apple, caramel and citrus Producer Information: Ramon Pablo Chalez is a first-generation coffee producer in Aldea Com Jacaltenango, in Huehuetenango region. He grows coffee on his farm called “Los Pablos”, which is named after his family. All the work dnoe at the farm is done only by the family members and it’s their only source of income. During the hearvest Ramon makes sure to pick only the ripe cherries, which equals in three picking passes on the farm. The depulping of the cherries is done the same day as the picking. The coffee is fermented in wood crates for three days. The coffee is then dried on a patio for four days.