i.Warm winds that hold off the frost
Dry winds funneling up from the Isthmus of Tehuantepec protect some of Guatemala’s highest farmland from frost damage. That altitude is what gives Huehue its bright, exuberant acidity.
Altitude
1,500–2,000m
MASL
Guatemala · Central America · Growing region
Huehuetenangoウエウエテナンゴ
Huehuetenango is a non-volcanic highland origin in northwestern Guatemala, close to the Mexican border.
Altitude 1,500–2,000 mwashed
§ 01Key Figures
Key figures
Process
washed
main process
Body · Acidity
Balanced · Bright
Medium · Bright
Country rank
World No. 10
Guatemala (production · Guatemala)
§ 02Overview
Overview
Huehuetenango is a non-volcanic highland origin in northwestern Guatemala, close to the Mexican border.
Dry, warm winds blowing in from the Mexican side keep frost away even at altitude, making cultivation possible near 2,000m.The cup is bright and fruity, with a wine-like acidity.
§ 03Highlights
Highlights
- Location
- Huehuetenango, northwestern Guatemala
- Main varieties
- Bourbon, Caturra, Catuai and others
- Altitude
- 1,500–2,000 m
- Processing
- Washed
- Cup character
- Peach, lime, floral, fruity
§ 04Deep Read
About this region
ii.A clean, vivid cup
Careful washed processing renders peach, lime and flower-like aromatics with real clarity. A great pick for anyone who loves the brightness of African coffees.
§ 05Flavor Profile
Flavor profile
FruityFloralPeachLime
8-Axis Flavor Radar
§ 06Brew Guide
Brewing guide
Country-level guidePaper drip
pourover
Temp
92°C
Ratio
1:15
Time
3 min 30 sec
Grind
Medium
Enjoy the balance of milk chocolate and citrus. Steady extraction at a medium temperature is the key.
French press
french press
Temp
93°C
Ratio
1:14
Time
4 min
Grind
Coarse
A substantial, full-flavored cup with complex flavor.
§ 07Where to Buy
Find Huehuetenango coffee
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§ 08Siblings
Other regions of Guatemala
§ 09Kindred Regions