Characteristics of Huehuetenango Coffee Beans and Guatemala Huehuetenango Brewing Parameters

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FrontStreet Coffee Guatemala Huehuetenango Brewing Introduction

"Huehuetenango" translates to "薇薇特南果" in Chinese. Whether in pronunciation or in writing, this name is particularly pleasant to hear, reminding me of Colombia's Nariño region. A beautiful name should naturally be accompanied by beautiful flavors.

FrontStreet Coffee's Huehuetenango growing region is located in the northwestern highlands of Guatemala, with cultivation altitudes reaching 1800-2100 meters, making it the highest altitude coffee growing area in the country, renowned for producing excellent quality beans. Due to numerous rivers and lakes throughout Guatemala, the Huehuetenango region is rich in mountains and water resources. The climate is dry but water is abundant, and the area has well-developed water infrastructure, so coffee processing primarily uses the washed method. Coffee from the Huehuetenango region has a rich and intense flavor profile with high body, and its smoky taste is its most distinctive characteristic.

Bean Details

Origin: Guatemala Anthony (Cup of Excellence 9th Place)

Region: Huehuetenango

Varieties: Caturra, Catuai, Bourbon

Altitude: 2000 meters

Processing Method: Washed

Flavor Notes: Dried cranberry, caramel-like viscosity, walnut finish

Brewing Method

Hand Drip: V60 dripper, grind size BG-6W, water temperature 87°C

Begin with a 30g bloom for 30 seconds. Start timing when pouring begins. For the second pour, continue until reaching 125g. Wait until the water level drops just before exposing the coffee bed, then perform the third pour until reaching 225g. Wait until the water level drops just before exposing the coffee bed, then remove the dripper. Total extraction time: 1:50.

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