Nomads Espresso Bundle

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.

This unique coffee was born from a collaboration between Sucafina NV and RWACOF, crafted explicitly for the "A Shot in the Dark" roasting competition. Grown in the hills of the Rutsiro District in Rwanda's Western Province, at altitudes ranging from 1,600 to 1,950 meters, this Red Bourbon variety benefits from the region's fertile soil and high elevation. The coffee undergoes an innovative and experimental processing method, starting with anaerobic fermentation in GrainPro bags for 24 hours, where the coffee is sealed in an oxygen-free environment to enhance its flavor complexity. After this phase, the coffee is pulped and placed in fermentation tanks to ferment for an additional 24 hours, allowing the beans to develop additional layers of flavor. This precise and carefully controlled process results in a balanced yet complex flavor profile that makes it stand out against any other coffee. This coffee reflects the expertise and dedication of the 1,213 growers working with RWACOF, supported by Sucafina's commitment to sustainability and quality improvement in Rwanda. RWACOF’s Farmer Development Program in partnership with the London School of Economics (LSE) supports farmers with training in Good Agricultural Practices and access to loans, farm inputs and farm services.