Guatemala Finca El Platanillo Estate – Specialty Coffee 100% Arabica

Guatemala Finca El Platanillo Estate – 100% Arabica Specialty Coffee

From the volcanic mountains of San Marcos, western Guatemala, comes one of the most elegant, clean specialty coffees offered by Torrefazione Sansone. Guatemala Finca El Platanillo Estate is a 100% Arabica coffee grown at 1,300–1,500 meters above sea level in the San Rafael Pie de la Cuesta region, on mineral-rich volcanic soil that gives the beans density, structure, and unique aromatic complexity.

The Bourbon, Caturra, Catuai, and Icatu varieties are selectively hand-picked and processed using the washed process: the pulp is removed before drying, enhancing the profile's clarity, aromatic definition, and elegance in the cup. The result is a refined, harmonious, lingering coffee.

Sensory profile and tasting notes

In the cup, Guatemala El Platanillo expresses a delicate floral profile, with opening notes of acacia honey, deep cocoa nuances in the body, and a long, clean finish. The acidity is delicate and refined, never aggressive, perfectly balanced by a smooth, balanced body. A coffee that brings together sweetness, freshness, and structure in every sip.

• Floral notes — delicate and lingering
• Acacia honey — natural, enveloping sweetness
• Cocoa — depth and structure in the body

Technical details – Guatemala Finca El Platanillo Estate

Why does Guatemala produce exceptional specialty coffee?

The San Marcos region is one of Guatemala's most prized coffee-growing areas. The wide temperature swings between day and night, potassium- and mineral-rich volcanic soils, and regular rainfall create ideal conditions for the slow, even ripening of coffee cherries. This results in dense beans with a higher concentration of aromatics and a complexity that fully expresses itself in the cup.

Finca El Platanillo is a renowned farm in the region: careful selective hand-picking and precision in the washed process ensure consistent, traceable quality, lot after lot.

How to brew Guatemala Finca El Platanillo Estate

This specialty coffee is at its best with brewing methods that highlight its clarity and aromatic complexity:

• Espresso — 18–20g, 25–30 sec. extraction, 93°C. An elegant shot with a rich crema and acacia honey sweetness.
• Moka pot — medium-fine grind, without tamping. Full body and prominent cocoa notes.
• V60 / Pour-over — 60g/L, water at 92–94°C. Highlights the floral nuances and clarity of the washed process.
• French Press — steep for 4 minutes. A rounded body with a long, lingering finish.
• AeroPress — quick extraction for a concentrated, aromatic profile.

Available formats

Available in 250g, 500g, and 1kg, whole bean or ground on request. Artisan-roasted by Torrefazione Sansone.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light, moisture, and heat. Consume within 3–4 weeks of opening to enjoy peak aromatic freshness. The degassing valve on the package preserves the coffee's integrity until opening.