Guatemala Sendero (Light Roast)

In the rugged hills of Concepción Huista, Huehuetenango, the El Sendero Cooperative brings together small coffee farmers to produce exceptional coffee. These tiny farms, averaging just 3 hectares, are situated between 1500 and 1900 meters above sea level. Pablo, once a coffee farmer himself, started the cooperative to ensure fair compensation and support for local growers. Using traditional and organic methods, the farmers recycle coffee pulp into fertilizer and treat water sustainably. Each coffee cherry is hand-picked by the farmers and their families, ensuring only the best beans are selected. With a strong sense of community, El Sendero provides its members with financial services, technical support, and access to low-cost farming inputs.

This is a light roast profile of our Guatemala Sendero coffee, which has been one of the most popular coffees at Ief&Ido since our roasting shop opened in 2024. We developed this roast for the Guatemalan Embassy, who kindly allowed us to pour coffee at their stand at the Amsterdam Coffee Festival 2026. Following lots of enthusiasm for this roast, we decided to add it to our shelves for everyone to enjoy. The same flavours are noticeably present, though it has a thinner body, making it a more suitable option for filter coffee. An ideal choice for those who are looking for light roasted coffee with less acidity.

Region: Huista, Huehuetenango

Variety: Caturra, Bourbon, Catuai

Processing method: Washed

Growing altitude: 1500-1900 meters

Direct Trade via Primavera