Guatemala Finca El Gigante

Origin: Finca El Gigante, Guatemala  ·  Producer: El Gigante Estate  ·  Altitude: 1,560–1,700m  ·  Varieties: Pacamara, Caturra  ·  Process: Natural Anaerobic Fermentation with Mosto

There's a moment in cooking when you taste something and realise the technique has completely transformed the ingredient. This coffee is that moment. El Gigante uses natural anaerobic fermentation with mosto — a process where the coffee ferments in its own juice — and the result is something that stops you mid-sip. Rich chocolate as the foundation, then ripe mango and sweet cherry pushing through, with a silky body that carries it all without effort. Grown in the volcanic soils of Guatemala's highlands, this is filter coffee for people who take filter coffee seriously.

Tasting notes: Dark chocolate · Ripe mango · Sweet cherry · Tropical fruit

Best for: Pour Over · Kalita · AeroPress · GINA