Guatemala Huehuetenango Rio Azul

Shop Colipse Guatemala Huehuetenango Rio Azul, a single-origin specialty coffee sourced from approximately 400 smallholder family farms in the Cuchumatanes mountains. At 1,500–2,000 meters, this is the highest-altitude coffee-growing area in Guatemala and one of only three non-volcanic regions in the country. The Rio Azul lot from Huehuetenango was awarded the HarVee Award for quality excellence by Sustainable Harvest. Expect a vibrant cup with bright lemon and citrus zest, sweet nougat, and a rich brown sugar finish.

• Region: Huehuetenango department, Guatemala
• Lot: Rio Azul
• Altitude: 1,500–2,000 meters
• Grade: SHB EP (Strictly Hard Bean, European Preparation)
• Terroir: Non-volcanic, sedimentary soil
• Varietals: Bourbon, Caturra, Catuai, Pache
• Process: Fully washed and sun-dried
• Harvest: January–May
• Award: HarVee Award for quality excellence by Sustainable Harvest.
• Sourcing: 400 smallholder family farms
• Export partner: Unitrade Coffee (CoffeeCare social program)
• Roast Level: Medium (City+)
• Bean Type: 100% Arabica
• Caffeine Content: Regular
• Flavor Notes: Lemon, citrus zest, sweet nougat, brown sugar
• Acidity: Bright
• Body: Medium-Full
• Best For: Pour over, drip, French press
• Coffee Form: Whole bean, Ground
• Grind Size: Whole bean, Coarse, Medium, Fine
• Bag Size: 12 oz, 16 oz, 2 lb, 5 lb