Specialty Coffee Guatemala San Pedro La Laguna

This year's Winter Espresso hails from San Pedro La Laguna in Guatemala, a region situated on Lake Atitlán and surrounded by three volcanoes: Atitlán, Tolimán, and San Pedro. It's one of those areas where the climate and the farmers' daily work rhythm directly influence the flavor in the cup. The plantations are located at an altitude of 1,500–1,900 meters above sea level, and thanks to the cool "Xocomil" winds, the fruit ripens slowly and evenly. The result is a coffee with a pure character, with natural sweetness and a structured fruitiness.

Most of the local producers are indigenous Tz'utujil Maya farmers, working on small plots of land in fertile, volcanic soil. They cultivate Typica, Bourbon, Caturra, and Catuai varieties, with harvesting taking place from October to March. The coffee is fully washed, preserving its clarity and consistency. COUNISA is responsible for introducing these micro-plantations to the specialty market, allowing beans from San Pedro La Laguna to be distributed to roasters like JAVA.