GUATEMALA | FINCA LA BOLSA black honey

cupping notes: sweet, complex, soft citrus notes, mild cocoa, balanced light/medium roast Finca La Bolsa is nestled in the lush highlands of Huehuetenango, a region in Guatemala prized for its exceptional coffee-growing conditions. Established in 1958, the farm is located between 1,300 and 1,600 meters above sea level, where cool mountain air and limestone-rich soils nurture the slow maturation of coffee cherries. These ideal environmental factors, paired with skilled cultivation practices, contribute to the farm’s longstanding reputation for producing coffees of outstanding quality and character. La Bolsa is operated by the Vides family, a multigenerational team deeply committed to sustainable agriculture, community involvement, and continual innovation. The Black Honey process used for this lot involves leaving a significant amount of fruit mucilage on the beans as they dry, creating a rich, syrupy cup with pronounced sweetness and complexity. This meticulous method requires careful attention at every stage and reflects the dedication of the farm’s workers to preserving and enhancing flavor. Over the decades, Finca La Bolsa has become a benchmark in Guatemalan specialty coffee. With a legacy rooted in tradition and a forward-looking approach to processing and quality, it continues to captivate roasters and coffee drinkers seeking traceable, high-impact coffees with a distinct sense of place.