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The Unique Terroir of Fraijanes Plateau

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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 covering the Fraijanes Plateau with a thin layer of ash and providing abundant minerals to its soil. The coffee bean drying period coincides with the Fraijanes Plateau's sunny season. Although mornings are often cloudy and foggy, these conditions quickly dissipate, ensuring excellent sun exposure for the region.

La Tatisha Estate: A Legacy of Coffee Cultivation

Coffee cultivation at La Tatisha Estate in the Fraijanes Plateau began in 1920. The estate grows diverse varieties including Bourbon, Caturra, and Pacamara. Of the farm's total 205 acres (1 acre = 4,046.8 square meters), 173 acres are dedicated to coffee cultivation, while the remaining 32 acres of native forest serve as a habitat for various local wildlife species. Several natural springs on the farm provide abundant, high-quality irrigation for the coffee plantations during the dry season and serve as the power source for the coffee processing plant (for washed processing water).

Brewing Recommendations

For pour-over Guatemala La Tatisha: Use 15g of coffee grounds with medium grind (small Fuji ghost tooth grinder #4), V60 filter cup, water temperature 88-89°C. First pour 30g of water and let bloom for 27 seconds. Pour to 105g and stop, wait until the water level drops to halfway, then slowly pour until reaching 225g total. Avoid the tail end. Water-to-coffee ratio 1:15, extraction time 2:00.

Coffee Varieties

Bourbon coffee (French: Café Bourbon) is coffee produced from Arabica coffee trees of the Bourbon cultivar. Bourbon coffee was originally cultivated on Réunion Island, which was called Bourbon Island (Île Bourbon) before 1789. It was later occupied by France to connect with the African continent and Latin America, and is now one of the two most popular Arabica coffee production regions globally. Bourbon coffee is typically grown at altitudes of 3,500 to 6,500 feet (1,062-1,972 meters).

Caturra: A single-gene mutation of Bourbon, discovered in Brazil in the 1950s. Both yield and disease resistance are superior to Bourbon, with comparable flavor quality. Suitable for cultivation at 700-1,700 meters altitude with strong adaptability, though high-altitude cultivation yields relatively less.

Coffee Grading Systems

Currently, coffee grading systems worldwide are not standardized. Each coffee-producing country has its own grading system and grading names, so you might see text such as "SHB," "AA+," "Supremo," "Extra-Fancy," "Peaberry" on coffee packaging. These are coffee grade names. Commercially available roasted coffee beans sometimes indicate the grade of single-origin coffee. More detailed coffee grading typically indicates better coffee quality. However, regular coffee usually does not display this information.

Product Information

Manufacturer: FrontStreet Coffee
Address: No. 10 Bao'an Front Street, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
Manufacturer Contact: 020-38364473
Ingredients: Self-roasted
Shelf Life: 90 days
Net Content: 227g
Packaging: Bulk
Taste: Mellow and aromatic
Coffee Bean State: Roasted coffee beans
Contains Sugar: 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: 1,675 meters
Harvest Period: October to February
Processing Method: Washed
Varieties: Bourbon, Caturra
Processing Plant: La Tatisha Estate

Guatemala's Coffee Heritage

Coffee was truly introduced to Guatemala in 1750 by Jesuit priests, with German colonists developing the region's coffee industry in the late 19th century. Today, most coffee 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 region has different climate variations, so coffee beans from each region possess their own unique characteristics. Generally speaking, Guatemalan coffee presents a gentle and mellow overall texture, with elegant aromas and pleasant fruit-like acidity, truly becoming the aristocrat of coffees.

Flavor Profile

Flavor notes: Black tea, floral, rich caramel sweetness

Important Notice :

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