Guatemala Santa Isabel
Finca Santa Isabel is located in the Department of Santa Rosa, about 60k southeast of Guatemala City. Elan Organic has been working with Santa Isabel for the last few years during their transition to become organic. In 2004 Santa Isabel experienced a widespread disease on their coffee plants. After extensive research, the Keller Family decided the only way to rejuvenate the Finca was to implement organic agriculture techniques. The 07-08 harvest was their first to produce certified organic coffee. The highest area of the property is a protected nature reserve, where there are many diverse plant and animal species. Biodiversity and sustainability are key components in the production of Santa Isabel coffee and the preservation of their nature reserve.
Each coffee cherry at Santa Isabel is carefully selected, handpicked and then sorted, guaranteeing a consistent and high quality product. A small amount of the coffees are sundried on the state-of-the-art drying patios while others are machine dried. The majority of their coffee is exported to Asian and European markets, with a small amount being imported into the United States.
Altitude: 3885 feet
Variety: Catuai, Bourbon, Caturra
Processing Method: Washed
Grade: Strictly Hard Bean
Species: Arabica
Harvest: November to February
Cup Characteristics: Consistent cup, chocolate, sweet vanilla aroma, slight citrus tones and a smooth body with a floral finish
