Asociación Civil Guaya'b

Description

COUNTRY: Guatemala
REGION: Jacaltenango, Huehuetenango
FARM: Co-Op Asociacion Civil Guaya'b
VARIETY: Bourbon, Caturra, Catuai, Typica
PROCESS: Washed
ELEVATION: 1450-1600 M
CUPPING NOTES: Toffee, Milk Chocolate, Graham Cracker

Guaya'b means "mutual support" in the indigenous Mayan language Popti. Nearly all of the 600 members of this 34 year old cooperative are of Maya descent. The cooperative invests in sustainability, as demonstrated by their many certifications: Smithsonian Bird Friendly, Organic, and Fairtrade. The farmers of the Guaya’b Cooperative grow coffee under a dense forest canopy that doubles as the winter home for dozens of species of migratory birds as well as local flora and fauna. Guaya’b has perfected the art of picking, depulping and fermenting their coffee to produce deep, juicy, and full-flavored coffee with a truly distinctive character. This coffee is amazing as a single origin espresso or as a filter brew. We love its versatility and the care with which it was produced. Grab a bag and explore all the ways to make this amazing coffee shine!

Text from Georgio's Coffee Roasters' listing.