Guatemala — Santa Irene Sidra

Guatemala — Santa Irene Catuaí Catuaí is a cornerstone varietal of contemporary coffee production, prized for its resilience as much as its quality. While often associated with dependable everyday coffees, lots like this show just how expressive the variety can be when grown in exceptional conditions. A classic washed process brings clarity and structure to the cup, revealing vibrant citrus, rounded sweetness and a lingering, syrupy finish.

A natural Gesha from Santa Irene in Coban, shaped by the region with constant mist, rainfall, and slow cherry development. Pomegranate, jasmine, and a tea-like finish make it bright, floral, and composed.

A natural Catuai from Felipe Contreras at Finca Gascon in Antigua, fermented in GrainPro bags before drying. Raspberry, cognac, and a smooth finish bring vivid red fruit and subtle boozy sweetness.

Ecuador — La Rosita Sidra Developed in Ecuador, Sidra is a locally adapted variety that combines an Ethiopian varietal with Ecuadorian terroir and growing conditions. At La Rosita, the western foothills of the Andes provide a mild subtropical highland climate, where cool temperatures, frequent cloud cover and high annual rainfall encourage slow cherry maturation and greater sweetness. After harvest, ripe cherries are hand-selected and fermented for 24 hours before pulping. The coffee then undergoes a second 12-hour fermentation with the mucilage intact before being fully washed and dried in covered polytunnels for around 10 days. The result is an elegant, silky cup that highlights the clarity and delicate floral character of the Sidra variety.