$15.00 – $65.00
Comfort in a cup: rich dark chocolate, brown sugar swirls, and hints of sweet orange all wrapped up in perfect balance… yummmmm
We believe knowing your coffee is key to empowerment.
It was through this captivating brew, full of balanced body with rich dark chocolate, sweet orange, and brown sugar swirls, that we realized these women from Jalapa, Guatemala weren’t producing just any old cup of coffee; they’re creating something special. The only thing that may be even more delectable than actually drinking this coffee is the knowledge that this quality is transforming the community, opening opportunities, and empowering farmers.
The Medium Roast is the preferred coffee in Guatemala. It is a clean cup that gives a smooth body and a roast profile light enough to find intriguing flavor notes. We recommend always trying the first 2 sips of your cup of coffee without any additives to experience its natural goodness, but after, if its your preference, a bit of sweetener doesn’t harm this coffee. Depending on brew method and taste, a splash of milk could work but this coffee is best enjoyed black.
Your bag of Medium Roast will come from one of the strong female producers listed above. However, with our Espresso, Medium Roast, and Dark Roast, we do not actually know who’s coffee we will be roasting until roast day. These producers are all very small producers and don’t cultivate enough to have their own dedicated product. They are all from the same community and produce quite similar coffee so we can ensure quality throughout the year by leaving sacks sealed until they need to be opened.
It is our promise to always deliver single-origin coffee. That means, we never blend our coffee, not when roasting or before when it’s in green bean form. We maintain strict records to ensure that every single bag of coffee can be traced back to the strong woman who created it and also the batch it was roasted in. Check your bag to find out who produced your coffee!
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Coffee Characteristics | Hot Chocolate, Natural Honey, and Brown Sugar with a touch of Sweet Citrus in a Smooth, Balanced Body and an Exceptionally Pleasant Finish |
| Roast Level | Medium |
| Process | Washed |
| Producer | Angelica A., Doña Amilsa, Doña Nidia, Doña Raquela, Ilcia A., Tía Ana |
| Growing Region | New Oriente |
| Location | San Antonio las Flores, Mataquescuintla, Jalapa, Guatemala |
| Coffee Varieties | Catuaí, Caturra, Pache Colis |
| Altitude | 1600-1900 MASL |
| Roaster | Evelin Tupul, @ Chica Bean Roastery, in Santa Lucía Milpas Altas, Sacatepequez, Guatemala |
| Shade Coverage | 60-90% |
| SCA Score | +83.5 |
| Shipping | See the banner at the top of the page to see when our next shipment is leaving for the U.S.A. For all the shipping deets, check out our shipping policy at the bottom of the page |
| Freshness | Your coffee will be roasted 1 or 2 days before it is shipped to you directly from our roastery in Guatemala. After leaving us, it usually takes around 3 days to arrive at your doorstep, meaning you receive your coffee within a week of it being roasted |
| Size | 12oz, 5lb |
| Grind Options | Whole Bean, Coarse (French Press), Medium Coarse, Medium, Fine |
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Helena (verified owner) –
Delicious!
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Christine L. (verified owner) –
Bought as a gift for a coffee lover and it was delicious! Ordering was easy and it came very quickly!
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Charles Norwood (verified owner) –
Haven’t tried it yet but looking forward to it
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Evan (verified owner) –
Great coffee, fast shipping, and a nice personal touch!
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Anonymous (verified owner) –
Absolutely delicious! I look forward to it every morning!
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Anne (verified owner) –
We love your coffee. It is always fresh and delicious. Even more than the coffee we love how the company is run and everything we know about it. One time there was an order with the shipping (not at all Chica Bean’s fault) and they had the best customer service ever. Chica Bean truly loves their customers.
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John Crane (verified owner) –
Think I’m more of a dark roast person, but the rest of the family prefers the medium roast.
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Anonymous (verified owner) –
The delivery was quick and easy. I get to smile every time I drink a cup because I know not only does it taste good but also that at the same time I am supporting a worthy enterprise.
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Suzanne (verified owner) –
This coffee is excellent, that’s all I can say. My first cup in the morning just warms my soul and tells me that the day ahead will be a joy, Thank you ladies for nurturing these fruits of the earth and roasting them to perfection.
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Kathleen (verified owner) –
Ordering was easy and delivery was fast. The coffee is delicious. I love supporting women entrepreneurs.
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Dane McGuire (verified owner) –
The coffee is perfect; just what I remember when I was a PCV in Guatemala for 3 years. Freshly ground beans after arrival were superb!
By the way, let me know if you can also supply Decaffeinated Beans, medium roast. While I am a coffee addict for regular beans, my wife is not able to drink any caffeinated beverage due to a health issue.
I will certainly be a regular customer of Chica Bean in the future.
Thank you for making me aware of your efforts, which I wholeheartedly support. All success going forward.
Warm wishes,
Steve McGuire
RPCV Guatemala 1971-73
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Beth Payne (verified owner) –
No bitterness..just great flavor!
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Anonymous (verified owner) –
A bit weaker than I was expecting. Will buy dark roast next.
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Maria A Cornelius (verified owner) –
So smooth!
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Suzanne H. (verified owner) –
Delicious!
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Lois R. (verified owner) –
I have been buying Guatemalan coffee beans since my son served in the Peace Corps in Guatemala in 2008. I was delighted to support a company of women who are in control of all aspects of the growth, production and distribution of coffee beans. In addition, the flavor of the coffee is excellent I really look forward to grinding my beans every morning!
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Bill Aiken (verified owner) –
Outstanding.
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Patti W. (verified owner) –
Tasty and flavorful!
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Jason C. (verified owner) –
Very good coffee
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Suzanne L. (verified owner) –
Extremely good coffee. You won’t be disappointed, every sip is a blessed experience, and the way to start your day. I love Chica Beans.
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Jane (verified owner) –
The coffee is delicious! And it was easy to order and arrived quickly.
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Beth Payne (verified owner) –
This is my preferred morning cuppa!
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Janna (verified owner) –
I’m lovin Chica Bean coffee. Tastes great and feels great supporting Guatemalan farmers.