Introduction to Guatemala La Tisha Coffee Region and How to Brew Guatemalan Coffee

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Coffee Bean Grading Systems

Currently, coffee bean grading systems are not standardized worldwide. Each coffee-producing country has its own grading system and classification names. Therefore, you might see the following terms on coffee labels: "SHB," "AA+," "Supremo," "Extra-Fancy," "Peaberry / Small Bean," etc. These are coffee bean grade names. Sometimes, roasted coffee beans sold on the market will indicate the grade of single-origin coffee. The more detailed the coffee grading information, typically the better the coffee quality. However, most general coffees do not display this information.

Hand-Pour Guatemala La Delicias

15g coffee grounds, medium grind (small Fuji ghost teeth blade grinder #4), V60 dripper, 88-89°C water temperature. First pour 30g water, bloom for 27 seconds. Pour to 105g and stop, wait until the coffee bed drops to half, then slowly pour until reaching 225g. Avoid the tail section. Water-to-coffee ratio 1:15, extraction time 2:00.

Product Information

Manufacturer: FrontStreet Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee)
Address: No. 10 Bao'an Front Street, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
Manufacturer Contact: 020-38364473
Ingredients: In-house roasted
Shelf Life: 90 days
Net Weight: 227g
Packaging: Bulk
Taste: Mellow and aromatic
Coffee Bean State: Roasted coffee beans
Sugar Content: Sugar-free
Origin: Guatemala
Coffee Type: Other
Roast Level: Medium roast

Coffee Details

Guatemala Finca Las Deliclas

Country: Guatemala

Grade: SHB

Region: Fraijanes, Guatemala City

Altitude: 1675 meters

Harvest Period: October to February of the following year

Processing Method: Washed

Varieties: Bourbon, Caturra

Processing Mill: Finca La Delicias

Guatemala Coffee History

Coffee was truly introduced to Guatemala in 1750 by Jesuit priests, and German colonists developed the local coffee industry in the late 19th century. Today, most coffee production occurs in the southern part of the country. Guatemala has seven main coffee-producing regions: Antigua, Coban, Atitlan, Huehuetenango, Fraijanes, Oriente, and San Marcos. Each region has different climate variations, so coffee beans from each region have their own characteristics. Generally speaking, Guatemalan coffee presents a gentle and rich overall texture, with elegant aromas and pleasant fruit-like acidity, making it truly the nobility of coffees.

Flavor Profile

Flavor: Black tea, floral notes, rich caramel sensation

Fraijanes Plateau Terroir

Volcanic soil, high altitude, humid and rainy climate, and active volcanic activity have created the unique geographical conditions of the Fraijanes Plateau region. The Pacaya volcano within this area is the most active of Guatemala's three still-erupting volcanoes, often leaving the Fraijanes Plateau shrouded in a thin layer of ash and providing abundant minerals to the soil. During the coffee bean drying period, it is precisely the season when the Fraijanes Plateau receives ample sunshine. Although mornings are often cloudy and foggy, it quickly dissipates, ensuring excellent sun-drying conditions in the region.

La Delicias Estate

Coffee cultivation at La Delicias Estate in the Fraijanes Plateau began in 1920. The estate grows diverse varieties including Bourbon, Caturra, and Pacamara. Of the total 205 acres (1 acre = 4046.8 square meters) of the farm, 173 acres are used for coffee cultivation, while the remaining 32 acres of native forest serve as habitat for various local wildlife species. The farm has several natural springs that provide sufficient high-quality irrigation for the coffee plantations during the dry season. They also serve as the power source for the coffee processing mill (water for the washing process).

Bourbon Coffee

Bourbon coffee (French: Café Bourbon) is coffee produced from the Bourbon cultivar of Arabica coffee trees. Bourbon coffee was originally cultivated on Réunion Island, which was also called Île Bourbon before 1789. It was later occupied by France and connected to the African continent and Latin America. It is now one of the two most popular Arabica coffee production regions globally. Bourbon coffee is typically grown at altitudes of 3500 to 6500 feet (1062-1972 meters).

Caturra Variety

Caturra: A single-gene mutant of Bourbon, discovered in Brazil in the 1950s. It has higher yield capacity and disease resistance than Bourbon, with comparable flavor quality. It is suitable for cultivation at 700-1700 meters altitude, with strong altitude adaptability, though yields decrease at higher altitudes.

Important Notice :

前街咖啡 FrontStreet Coffee has moved to new addredd:

FrontStreet Coffee Address: 315,Donghua East Road,GuangZhou

Tel:020 38364473