The Barn - Guatemala Andres Ramirez Washed 250 g

Specialty-grade whole-bean coffee from Guatemala, roasted by the German roastery The Barn. Lightly roasted, it works perfectly for all pour-over brewing methods—from dripper, Chemex, AeroPress, French Press, and other alternative methods, all the way to automatic drip machines! In the flavor profile you can sense notes such as milk chocolate and plum

Origin: Gwatemala

Region: Huehuetenango

Processing: Washed

Variety: Caturra, Catuai

Altitude: 1600 m n. p. m.

Farm: Andres Ramirez

THE CUP

This lot offers a smooth, easy drinking profile. The slow fermentation during processing creates depth and character, bringing notes of milk chocolate, pecan, and plum. As it cools, expect dried fruit and a touch of citrus, with plenty of sweetness and great balance.

ABOUT THE FARM

Andres is a first generation coffee farmer but, like many in Huehuetenango, his coffee is a family endeavour. In the town of Concepcion Huista, he and his wife have devoted themselves to learning everything about processing coffee from Yich Kalnahl: their 1.2 hectare finca. Surrounded by dense forest and rolling mountains, banana plants and indigenous trees provide great shade. With temperatures ranging from 13-26 degrees celsius, the finca benefits from a cooler microclimate that allows coffee cherries to slowly develop their flavour.

THE PROCESS

Andres’ wife takes care of processing. After harvest, the coffee is de-pulped, removing the cherry. The coffee is then placed in a tank and submerged in water to ferment for 32 hours. This relatively slow fermentation contributes to the complex profile. The fermented coffee is then washed thoroughly and placed on the patio to dry. It stays in the sun for about 8 hours per day for 7 days, and the family makes sure to turn it frequently to ensure even drying.