Guatemala • Antigua Reserve
Region: Antigua Valley, Sacatepéquez Department, Guatemala — nestled between three
volcanoes: Volcán de Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango.
Elevation: ⛰ 1,500–1,800 masl (~4,900–5,900 ft), ideal for slow maturation. Espresso & Coffee
Varietals: 🌱Traditional Arabica: Bourbon, Caturra, Typica, Catuai (variation by estate).
Process: 💧 Typically washed, occasionally sun-dried natural; both enhance clarity and complexity.
Harvest Window: 🗓️ December–April (aligned with Central American harvest seasons).
Tasting Notes
• Medium-Full Body, rich and velvety
• Bright Citrus / Floral Acidity: notes of lemon, orange, honeyed apple, and jasmine
• Sweet Base Notes: caramel, chocolate, brown sugar, mocha, smoky nuance in darker roasts
• Finish: Elegant, layered, sometimes with a hint of smoke or spice o Descriptions range from “bright citrus, smooth chocolate-caramel, floral finish”
“honey, apple, tea,
floral-brown sugar” Amazon, “dates, silky mocha finish” and “lively acidity, complex spice, chocolate aftertaste” Volcanica
⭐ What Makes It Special
• Volcanic terroir: Rich soils (volcanic ash + clay), high elevation, consistent climate unmatched flavor depth & clarity.
• Prestigious origin: Antigua Valley enjoys a protected regional identity and reputation for premium coffee.
• Balanced and full-bodied: Naturally fuller than most Central American coffees—with both structure and clarity.
• Artisan heritage: Many lots come from family estates with decades of legacy in traditional cultivation, like Finca Las Salinas or Finca Nueva Granada.
• Award-worthy versatility: Equally stunning in both precise filter brews (to highlight acidity & floral notes) and darker roasts for espresso (to reveal cocoa & smoky richness).
Brew Uses
• Filter / Pour-over / Chemex: Highlights brightness, floral aroma, and layered sweetness
• Espresso / Darker Roast: Brings forward deep caramel and chocolate tones, smooth
body, and dark-roast sophistication