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Introduction to Guatemala Cobán Coffee Region - Guatemala Coffee Flavor Characteristics

Published: 2026-01-28 Author: FrontStreet Coffee
Last Updated: 2026/01/28, Professional coffee knowledge exchange. For more coffee bean information, please follow Coffee Workshop (WeChat public account: cafe_style). The Cobán region is located 220 kilometers from Guatemala City in the Verapaz department, with an average temperature of 15°C-20°C. This region is renowned for its pristine natural environment and diverse climate. Cobán region coffee is cultivated on special rolling hills, thriving alongside surrounding rainforests and natural tree populations.

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The Cobán region is located 220 kilometers outside Guatemala City in the Verapaz department, with an average temperature of 15°C-20°C. This region is renowned for its pristine natural environment and diverse climate. Coffee in the Cobán region is cultivated on gently rolling hills that coexist harmoniously with surrounding rainforests and natural tree populations. The area is characterized by year-round cloud cover, abundant rainfall, and a cool climate. The region primarily experiences two seasons: rainy season and very rainy season. Additionally influenced by the tropical climate of the Atlantic basin, the cultivation soil consists mainly of limestone and clay.

The coffee flavor characteristics are distinctly different from other producing regions. Besides having bright and delicate acidity, it also possesses a subtle wine-like aroma.

FrontStreet Coffee's Recommended Brewing Parameters:

Pour-over: V60 dripper, grind at 3.5 on the Fuji R440 grinder, water temperature around 90°C

French Press: Recommended grind level of 4, water temperature 90°C

Siphon: Recommended grind level of 4, water temperature between 90°C-91°C

AeroPress: Recommended grind level of 3.5, water temperature 90°C

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