El DURAZNO GUATEMALA WASHED

El DURAZNO

GUATEMALA WASHED

Located in the volcanic Highlands of Santa Rosa, Finca El Duranzo And a collective of 20 dedicated producers carry on a rich legacy of coffee cultivation that dates back over a century. This region has long been regarded as one of Guatemala's key coffee growing areas where fertile soils and high altitudes create ideal conditions for specialty coffee production.

At the heart of this legacy in the Castillo family, Who have matured coffee trees and community ties around 5 generations, Beginning with Don Castillo In 1983. His passion and knowledge have been past down through generations culminating in today's dynamic leadership by Emmanuel Castillo, Who guides both the farm and the wider group of smallholder growers through the Who guides both the farm and the wider group of smallholder growers through the Coscchando Esprenza. Program. Coffee from this region is traditionally processed using the washed method, Utilising the farm's long-established wet mill. In recent years, The producers have Began experimenting with natural and honey processing in small batches, Bringing vibrant diverse profiles in their offerings. Sustainability and social responsibility are Central to the work of these producers Harvest hope program, They follow a 5 year farm management plan that incorporates environmental education.