Guatemalan Coffee Overview

Guatemala is a country of rolling mountains, at perfect altitudes for growing coffee. Coffee has been grown for export since the 1850s and remains the second-most important agricultural export after sugar. It employs over 125,000 Guatemalan families.

Source: International Coffee Organization, 2021

Guatemala Coffee Flavor Profile

Depending on the region, Guatemala's coffee can have floral and citrus aromas, with chocolate, sweet, fruity, wine, or nutty flavors. It’s known for balance, a full body, and a bright, persistent acidity.

Source: Coffeefusion

Fun fact: Guatemala was the first coffee-producing country to establish a denomination of origin system to characterize its eight producing regions.

Source: World Coffee Research


Buying Guatemalan Coffee

Harvest season is nearly year-round with a peak at the end of the year through January — so it’s always a good time to explore Guatemalan coffee online from trusted roasters.


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