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Guatemalan Natural Process

$18.00 – $85.00

Intriguing notes of dried fruits mixed with sweet chocolate and even a touch of red wine in a full body and beautiful finish that leaves you wanting more.
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Straight from the Land of Eternal Spring, this remarkable brew embodies the unique nature of Guatemala and the powerful women who work her lands.

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COFFEE DETAILS

We believe knowing your coffee is key to empowerment.

  • Producer: Mrs. Maritza R.
  • Origin: Finca la Hierba Buena
  • Location: San Pedro Pinula, Jalapa
  • Processed in: San Luis Jilotepeque, Jalapa
  • New Oriente Region of Guatemala
  • Grade: Strictly Hard, SCA 85
  • Altitude: 1475-1600 Meters Above Sea Level
  • Varieties: Caturra, Catuai, Pache
  • Process: Natural
  • Roast Level: Medium
  • Roasted by: Evelin Tupul or Damari Alvarez
  • Roastery: Chica Bean, Santa Lucía Milpas Altas

What is Natural Process?

The process refers to the strategy used to transform a ripe coffee fruit into a dried seed that can then be roasted. The most common strategy is the Washed Process, meaning that after harvesting, the coffee fruits are pulped and then soaked in water, which creates an environment conducive to fermentation that eats away at the nectar covering the seeds. After this “bath,” the seeds are no longer sticky and are then dried for several days before being bagged up. In a Natural Process, the coffee fruits are harvested and then immediately laid out to dry. No pulping, no washing, nothing. The whole fruit stays on the seed throughout the whole drying process, which takes upwards to 30 days, and is the cause of the incredible sweet and, well, fruity flavors you find in this coffee.

TRACEABILITY

  • Farm Gate: $2.71 +$.50 (Parchment)
  • Chica Bean Production: $4.25
  • C Price at purchase: $2.157 FOB (Green/Oro)

COFFEE SUGGESTIONS

The subtle and intriguing flavors are the best part of this coffee. It is a clean cup that gives a smooth body that is not particularly heavy. This coffee is phenomenal brewed in most methods. It especially shines in Pour Over and Drip devices. We recommend always trying the first 2 sips of your cup of coffee without any additives to experience its natural goodness. After, if it’s your preference, a bit of sweetener doesn’t harm this coffee. Depending on brew method and taste, a splash of milk could work but as it is a medium roast, too much milk can easily hide the coffee.

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Coffee Characteristics

Dried Plum, Chocolate, and Red Wine with a Smooth Body, Impressive Balance, and Sweet Finish
Roast Level

Medium
Process

Natural
Producer

Doña Maritza Roque
Growing Region

New Oriente
Location

San Pedro Pinula, Jalapa, Guatemala
Coffee Varieties

Catuaí, Caturra, Pache
Altitude

1475-1600 MASL
Shade Coverage

20%
Roaster

Damari Alvarez, Evelin Tupul, @ Chica Bean Roastery, in Santa Lucía Milpas Altas, Sacatepequez, Guatemala
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

36 reviews for Guatemalan Natural Process

  1. 5

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    John (verified owner) –

    Keep roasting
    This coffee is delicious

  2. 5

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    Sasha (verified owner) –

    This was a new one for me to try, and really enjoyed. I think maybe it would be great as an iced coffee too. It came less than a week after I ordered and had just been roasted (it’s really cool to see the roast date on the bag)

  3. 5

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    Michael (verified owner) –

    The Natural Process coffee is my favorite! I picked up some other roasts for variety, but my order always has at least one bag of Natural Process in it.

  4. 5

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    Emily H. (verified owner) –

  5. 5

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    Carol F. (verified owner) –

  6. 5

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    Ambrose (verified owner) –

    Great as always.

  7. 5

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    Anonymous (verified owner) –

  8. 5

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    Paulina Graham (verified owner) –

  9. 5

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    Samuel (verified owner) –

    Really delicious and unique coffee—plus understanding it’s origin and who the grower is, makes it all the more meaningful.

  10. 5

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    Michael Riley (verified owner) –

    Great Coffee ! We tell our friends

  11. 5

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    Michael B. (verified owner) –

    Good stuff-Very tasty smells great!

  12. 5

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    Michael K. (verified owner) –

    To know I’m helping these women grow their business, the quality of their products, and prompt attention to orders coming from another country , I just can’t praise them enough. If you haven’t tried anything from Chica Bean, do yourself a favor and try the sampler pack. I really like the sweeter hints that they offer but you may want something in a darker roast. They have those too. Just give them a try, you’ll be glad you did.

  13. 5

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    Michael Riley (verified owner) –

    Dear Chica Bean Team
    I learned about your company through US Peace Corps news, I was a member of Nigeria 8. In graduate, fifty years ago, I was friends with several PC members from your area. I am very pleased to support your efforts. My wife and I have loved your coffee. Most important we have found it to be of consistent excellent quality. Please keep up the good work.
    Michael Riley

  14. 5

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    Latonya (verified owner) –

  15. 5

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    Michael (verified owner) –

    It’s just good. I like sweeter coffee’s and the light roasted beans at ChicaBean so fit my taste. I’ve looked a while trying to find something that really satisfied me. And they don’t disappoint. Give them a try, you won’t regret it.

  16. 5

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    Elizabeth (verified owner) –

    Very smooth!

  17. 5

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    Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Rich and wonderful, I love anytime of the day.

  18. 5

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    Sheldon S. (verified owner) –

  19. 5

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    Michael M. (verified owner) –

    Every bag of coffee I’ve had from Chica Bean has been high quality, but in terms of flavor this natural process is my hands down favorite coffee. From any company, ever. It’s my daily go-to.

    I’m so glad a friend told me about this company. Tell yours!

  20. 5

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    Michael K. (verified owner) –

    I found 3 that are outstanding for my taste’s and rotate between those. If you like grinding your own beans and trying different things, do yourself a favor and give these girls product a try. You won’t be disappointed. I’m a customer for as long as they are producing these beans.

  21. 5

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    Michael (verified owner) –

    I know every coffee is different to different people and taste is relative, but try the sampler pack and be your own judge. You won’t regret it. Just try it.

  22. 5

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    BERNARD (verified owner) –

    Speedy delivery of great coffee!

  23. 5

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    Michael (verified owner) –

    Great coffee if you like consistent flavor. These girls are good at what they do.

  24. 5

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    Carol F. (verified owner) –

  25. 5

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    Benjamin W. (verified owner) –

  26. 5

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    Lisa (verified owner) –

    The best part of my morning!

  27. 5

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    Dominick (verified owner) –

    The perfect everyday coffee for a coffee snob! Amazing flavors that make everything else pale in comparison. It will ruin you for any other coffee but that is ok because it is so good!!!

  28. 5

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    Anonymous (verified owner) –

  29. 5

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    Akihiro (verified owner) –

    Purchase for myself for daily consumption. Favorite flavor so far with perfect aroma. Cup with this coffee makes me good start of the day.

  30. 5

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    Paula S. (verified owner) –

    Very smooth!

  31. 5

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    Carol Forbes (verified owner) –

  32. 3

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    Beth Payne (verified owner) –

    At this point still awaiting delivery..not your fault..so please do not post

  33. 5

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    michael k. (verified owner) –

    I’m really displeased when I forget to order and run out of my Natural Process coffee. No other coffee can measure up to what these girls produce. It’s quality for a fair price.

  34. 5

    (36 Previews)

    William (verified owner) –

    I’ve been very pleased with every product so far. I would love to see more coffee roaster at/near origin like this!

  35. 5

    (36 Previews)

    Scott M. (verified owner) –

  36. 5

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    julie brooks (verified owner) –

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