Guatemala Tzikin Huehuetenango

This coffee is sourced from smallholder farmers in the Huehuetenango region of Guatemala, cultivated at altitudes ranging from 1,500 to 2,000 meters above sea level. The region's unique microclimate, where hot air from the Plains of Tehuantepec meets cool air from the Cuchumantanes Mountains, creates ideal conditions for coffee cultivation, resulting in a dense bean with distinctive fruit flavors of the region. The blend combines Bourbon, Catuai, Caturra, and Pache varietals, grown on small farms averaging 3 to 4 hectares. The harvesting process is carefully managed, with farmers handpicking the ripest cherries to ensure only the highest quality beans are selected. After harvesting, the cherries are fully washed, including depulping and fermenting the beans to remove the mucilage. The coffee is then dried in the sun on patios or raised beds to reach the perfect moisture content. Inspired by the Mayan spirit animal Tz’ikin, known for protecting the land, this coffee supports the "Coffee Kinder" program, which provides educational opportunities for children of migrant workers during the harvest season, reflecting Sucafina's commitment to social impact and sustainable coffee production in the region.