Notes from our Green Buyer

Finca Retana is owned by Fernando Cofiño and has been in his family for nearly 100 years.  Just outside the famous town of Antigua, this farm boasts a beautiful example of classic Antigua coffee—a bright but chocolatey profile that makes everyone happy. Our friend, Luis Pedro, manages Fernando’s farm with his usual meticulous pruning, harvesting, and processing, allowing the coffee to shine through every year, making it a perennial favorite.

Notes from our Roaster

A good majority of your single origin Guatemalan coffees remain on the sweeter side and taste like apple or pear—these fruits contain what is called malic acid (and we communicate this level of acidity and sweetness around 4 on the dial). Retana is a great example of a coffee with more malic acidity. Though subtle, Retana’s still slightly more tart compared to most “washed Guats,” but it doesn’t veer too far from the classic taste you’ve come to love!