Guatemala La Tatisha Estate Washed Specialty Coffee Beans: Growing Conditions, Geographic Location, Climate, and Altitude Overview

Volcanic soil, high altitude, and a humid, rainy climate — ongoing volcanic activity has shaped the unique geography of the Fraijanes Plateau. The Pacaya volcano within this region is the most active of Guatemala's three erupting volcanoes, often dusting the plateau with a thin layer of ash and enriching the soil with abundant minerals. During the drying period, the Fraijanes Plateau enjoys plentiful sunshine; although mornings are often cloudy and foggy, the haze dissipates quickly, guaranteeing excellent sun exposure for drying coffee.

Coffee Details

Varieties: Bourbon, Caturra

Processing Plant: Finca La Tisha Estate

Flavor Profile: Black tea, floral notes, rich caramel sweetness

Guatemala's Coffee Heritage

Coffee was truly introduced to Guatemala in 1750 by Jesuit priests, with German settlers developing the local coffee industry in the late 19th century. Today, most production takes place in the southern part of the country. Guatemala has seven main coffee-producing regions: Antigua, Coban, Atitlan, Huehuetenango, Fraijanes, Oriente, and San Marcos. Each has its own climatic variations, so beans from each area carry distinct characteristics. Generally speaking, Guatemalan coffee offers a mild yet rich overall texture, elegant aromas, and a warm, pleasant fruit-like acidity — earning it a reputation as the aristocrat of coffees.

Product Information

Manufacturer: FrontStreet Coffee

Ingredients: House-roasted

Shelf Life: 90 days

Net Weight: 227g

Packaging: Bulk

Taste: Aromatic coffee beans

Roast Level: Roasted beans

Sugar Content: Sugar-free

Origin: Guatemala

Coffee Type: Other

Roast Degree: Medium roast

Origin Specifications

Name: Guatemala Finca La Tisha

Country: Guatemala

Grade: SHB

Region: Fraijanes, Guatemala City

Altitude: 1,675 meters

Harvest Period: October to February of the following year

Processing Method: Washed

FrontStreet Coffee Recommendation

FrontStreet Yirgacheffe Gedeb Cooperative Coffee — Washed processing brings out a coffee's own clarity, and this Guatemalan lot is a fine example. For another washed classic, FrontStreet's Gedeb Cooperative lot from the Worka district at Yirgacheffe's southeastern tip shows just how refined washed coffee can be: the team's skilled processing maximizes jasmine florals and bright citrus acidity, and a medium-light roast adds green tea and honey tones. It suits pour-over, cold brew, and espresso alike.

FrontStreet Jamaica Blue Mountain No. 1 — For the balanced, nothing-out-of-place profile washed beans do best, Blue Mountain No. 1 is the standard-bearer. Jamaica's island climate and shorter sunshine hours are exactly why washed processing was born there: removing skin, pulp, and mucilage before drying shortens drying time and produces beans with bright color and low defect rates. The washed method guarantees Blue Mountain's rich aromatics — hazelnut, cream, chocolate, and caramel in a smooth, even cup where no single flavor dominates.