N°04 - Santa Felisa - Guatemala

A Guatemalan Grand Cru, poised between volcanic rigor and aromatic finesse

🌎 Country – Guatemala
📍 Region – Acatenango
🌿 Farm – Santa Felisa
👩 Producer – Anabella Meneses
🔬 Variety – Red Bourbon
💦 Process – Washed
⛰ Altitude – 1,500 – 1,800 m
⚖️ Weight – 200 g
🏆 Scoring – 86.5 SCA

Excellence born from a century-old heritage and modern precision

Founded in 1904 , the Santa Felisa farm is now managed by Anabella Meneses , a renowned figure in Guatemala's specialty coffee scene. Located at the foot of the Fuego and Acatenango volcanoes, the farm benefits from rich volcanic soil , a stable microclimate , and controlled natural shade , perfect for cultivating exceptional varieties.

Anabella, an agricultural engineer and Q-Grader, combines scientific expertise with a sustainable approach . She cultivates her plots with exacting standards, respecting biodiversity, and adopts organic methods in harmony with the soil and the cycle of the seasons.

A precise washing process for a bright cup

The cherries, harvested at perfect ripeness, undergo a rigorously controlled washed fermentation, followed by slow drying on patios. This process highlights the natural elegance of the red Bourbon and the purity of the Acatenango terroir .

Aromatic profile: a clean, smooth, and subtly spiced cup
In the cup, Santa Felisa develops a precise and silky aromatic profile:
– Candied quince and brown sugar as an attack,
– followed by a delicious touch of malt ,
– and a delicate finish with hints of clove and fresh cassava .
The texture is creamy , the cup balanced , with a lively acidity and a nice length on the palate .

Recommended methods
Ideal for gentle brewing methods , where it reveals its full precision and smoothness. As an espresso , it offers a structured and refined cup, true to its volcanic terroir.

🔝 Santa Felisa is a distinguished Grand Cru, born from rigor and passion. A cup of balance and refinement.