Guatemala Light Roast Coffee

Guatemala Huehuetenango Coffee: Vanilla, Crimson Grape, and a Crisp Finish

If you love bright, expressive coffees, Guatemala Huehuetenango should be on your radar. This high-altitude region produces some of the most vibrant coffees in Central America, and this new lot shows exactly why.

Our latest Guatemala is a light-medium roast with notes of vanilla, crimson grapes, and a crisp, tart finish. It’s clean, lively, and full of character, the kind of cup that keeps revealing more as it cools.

Where This Coffee Comes From

Huehuetenango sits in the western highlands of Guatemala near the Mexican border. Farms here are some of the highest in the country, often above 6,000 feet. That elevation slows the coffee cherry’s growth, which leads to denser beans and more complex flavors.

The region is also known for dry, warm winds that help protect the coffee plants from frost. That natural climate stability means growers can focus on quality, not just survival, and it shows up in the cup.

What Does Guatemala Huehuetenango Taste Like?

This coffee leads with vanilla-like sweetness and juicy crimson grape notes, followed by a crisp, tart finish that keeps the cup feeling bright and balanced.

You’ll notice:

• A gentle natural sweetness up front
  
• Fruit tones that feel more like fresh grapes than citrus
  
• A clean finish that doesn’t linger too heavy
  
  

This balance makes it great both black and with a splash of milk, since the sweetness and acidity stay intact.

Why We Roasted It Light-Medium

We roast this Guatemala to a light-medium level to highlight what makes Huehuetenango special. Too dark and you lose the fruit and brightness. Too light and the sweetness can feel thin.

This roast hits the middle:

• Enough development to bring out vanilla sweetness
  
• Enough lift to keep the grape and tart notes alive
  

The result is a cup that feels fresh, clean, and layered without being sharp.

How to Brew This Coffee

This Guatemala shines in methods that let clarity come through.

• Pour Over -Brings out the grape and crisp finish.
• Drip Coffee - Smooth and balanced with soft vanilla sweetness.
• Espresso - Bright and juicy with a lively finish, especially as a straight shot or in a lighter milk drink.

Use fresh, clean water and grind just before brewing to get the full expression of the coffee.

Why We Love This Guatemala

Huehuetenango coffees have a way of feeling both refined and energetic. This one hits that sweet spot, bright but grounded, fruit-forward but still smooth.

It’s a coffee that feels like a fresh track on repeat: light, crisp, and full of subtle detail.

FAQ

What makes Huehuetenango coffee special?

Huehuetenango is one of Guatemala’s highest-growing coffee regions. The high altitude, warm winds, and rich soil create coffees that are bright, complex, and clean, often with fruit and sweet notes.

Is this Guatemala coffee light or dark roasted?

This coffee is roasted light-medium. That level keeps the vanilla sweetness and crimson grape notes while giving the coffee enough body and balance.

What do crimson grape notes mean in coffee?

Crimson grape describes a juicy, slightly tart fruit sweetness similar to red grapes. In this coffee, it adds brightness without sharp acidity.

Is this coffee good for espresso?

Yes. The light-medium roast creates a lively espresso with sweetness, fruit, and a crisp finish. It also works well in milk drinks since the flavors stay present.

How should I brew this coffee?

Pour-over and drip coffee highlight the clean, bright flavors. Espresso brings out the juicy sweetness and crisp finish. Fresh grinding and filtered water make a big difference.

Is Guatemala Huehuetenango coffee acidic?

It has a bright, crisp acidity, but it stays balanced by vanilla sweetness. It feels lively, not sour.

What foods pair well with this coffee?

Pastries, croissants, fruit tarts, and lightly sweet baked goods pair especially well with its grape and vanilla notes.