Guatemalan Medium Roast

Name: Guatemalan Medium Roast
SKU: 237S978
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.78 (32 reviews)

$15.00 – $72.00

Comfort in a cup: rich dark chocolate, brown sugar swirls, and hints of sweet orange all wrapped up in perfect balance… yummmmm

SKU: 237S978 Categories: Medium Roast, Roasted Coffee, Single Purchases, Washed Process

The original force that started it all,
this delightful cup was the starting line for Chica Bean.

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COFFEE DETAILS

We believe knowing your coffee is key to empowerment.

Producer: Raquela, Ilcia, Nidia, Amilsa, Ana, Angelica, or Joselin
Origin: San Antonio las Flores, Mataquescuintla, Jalapa or Santa Rosa, Guatemala
Region: New Oriente Region
Grade: Strictly Hard, SCA +83.5
Altitude: 1475-1900 Meters Above Sea Level
Varieties: Caturra, Catuaí, and Pache Colis
Process: Washed
Roast Level: Medium
Roaster: Evelin Tupul or Damari Alvarez

CHICA BEAN

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.

TRACEABILITY

Farm Gate: $2.40 (Parchment)
Chica Bean Production: $4.05
C Price at purchase: $2.157 FOB (Green/Oro)

COFFEE SUGGESTIONS

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.

GUARANTEED TRACEABILITY & FRESHNESS

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!

Additional information

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

32 reviews for Guatemalan Medium Roast

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Helena (verified owner) – 08.Dec.2020

Delicious!
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Anonymous (verified owner) – 29.May.2021
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Christine L. (verified owner) – 08.Aug.2021

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) – 31.Oct.2021

Haven’t tried it yet but looking forward to it
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Evan (verified owner) – 20.Nov.2021

Great coffee, fast shipping, and a nice personal touch!
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Anonymous (verified owner) – 21.Dec.2021

Absolutely delicious! I look forward to it every morning!
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Anne (verified owner) – 30.Jan.2022

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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Sean (verified owner) – 10.Mar.2022
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John Crane (verified owner) – 31.Mar.2022

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) – 31.Mar.2022

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) – 01.Apr.2022

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) – 02.Apr.2022

Ordering was easy and delivery was fast. The coffee is delicious. I love supporting women entrepreneurs.
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Dane McGuire (verified owner) – 02.Apr.2022

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) – 02.Apr.2022

No bitterness..just great flavor!
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Anonymous (verified owner) – 02.Apr.2022

A bit weaker than I was expecting. Will buy dark roast next.
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Maria A Cornelius (verified owner) – 02.Apr.2022

So smooth!
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Suzanne H. (verified owner) – 05.Apr.2022

Delicious!
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Lois R. (verified owner) – 05.Apr.2022

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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Carol F. (verified owner) – 15.Apr.2022
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Michael Riley (verified owner) – 14.May.2022
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Bill Aiken (verified owner) – 22.May.2022

Outstanding.
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Patti W. (verified owner) – 23.May.2022

Tasty and flavorful!
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Jason C. (verified owner) – 01.Jun.2022

Very good coffee
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Suzanne L. (verified owner) – 03.Jun.2022

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) – 22.Jun.2022

The coffee is delicious! And it was easy to order and arrived quickly.
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Beth Payne (verified owner) – 22.Jun.2022

This is my preferred morning cuppa!
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Janna (verified owner) – 23.Jun.2022

I’m lovin Chica Bean coffee. Tastes great and feels great supporting Guatemalan farmers.
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Dane McGuire (verified owner) – 24.Aug.2022

Top quality in my view. I really enjoy the aroma and taste!
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Anonymous (verified owner) – 25.Aug.2022

Wonderful flavor-great coffee. You can’t go wrong.
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Ryan (verified owner) – 26.Aug.2022

I drink coffee every day, and I have been drinking coffee for years. The beans from Chica Bean have an entirely unique taste of their own that never gets old, they are delicious, consistent in flavor every time, and they help give a little extra joy to my mornings with every cup. You won’t find beans/coffee like this anywhere else. Thanks Chica Bean for such a gift. Your hard work and wonderful product is greatly appreciated.
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Anonymous (verified owner) – 31.Aug.2022

We love Chica Bean! The coffee is always fresh and delicious and knowing that we’re supporting female coffee growers in Guatemala makes it even better.
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Cheryl M. (verified owner) – 22.Sep.2022

This coffe is perfect. I never use sweetener; it’s just me and the coffee.