Solitude Espresso
Solitude Espresso
Solitude Espresso
Solitude Espresso

Solitude Espresso

Solitude Espresso

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Our Solitude Espresso currently comprises a coffee from the Sierra de las Minas region of Guatemala.  Finca La Bendición is a single farm located at an elevation of around 1,800m above sea level.  The farm is now owned by José Gómez.

Expect subtle floral notes in the cup with flavours of date and cinder toffee. This coffee sits wonderfully in milk to make a delicious flat white or latte. 

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Solitude Espresso

Our seasonal espressos each come with their own story, which is part of what makes them so special. Here we take a closer look at the producers behind this coffee.

THE REGION

Situated in mountain region of Sierra de las Minas in the Department of El Progreso is Finca La Bendición. The Sierra de las Minas range is home to Mesoamerica’s largest cloud forests and houses a biodiverse array of ecosystems. Approximately 70% of all bird and mammal species in Guatemala and Belize are located within this mountainous region. Some species include the margay, cougar, and the iconic quetzal. A rich and biodiverse area to grow coffee in Guatemala. 

THE FACTS

Varietals: Bourbon and Caturra  
Processing: Fully washed
Altitude: 1,800 to 2,000 metres

THE FARM

José Gómez is the owner and manager of the farm’s 37.8 hectares of land. He grows mainly Bourbon, Caturra, Catuaí on the soils of Finca La Bendición, in addition to some smaller plots dedicated to producing Maracaturra, SL28 and Java. Native trees such as Shalum, Grevillea and Mora are used as shade for the coffee trees to help create a cool climate, ensuring an even ripening occurs. 

HARVESTING & PROCESSING

There are six permanent staff that assist with tasks on the farm in addition to 40 seasonal workers that come during the harvest to pick cherries. This lot is comprised of Bourbon and Caturra and is processed utilizing the Washed method. After cleaning the cherries, and de-pulping, the coffee is dispersed on patios to dry in the open sun until the ideal moisture content is reached. 

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Our Coffee Broker

For over ten years we have worked closely with Mercanta. They pay a fair price for coffee, empowering the growers they work with. Such is our faith in their commitment to supporting farmers that we now purchase 100% of our coffee through Mercanta.
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