At its core, fermentation is primarily a functional step within the washed coffee process, helping producers process larger volumes of coffee more effectively while reducing challenges during drying. However, fermentation is also a critical moment of flavour development, offering an opportunity to experiment and better understand the impact different approaches can have on the final cup profile.
All of these lots were processed by Lucia Solis, who worked closely with the farm team to ensure the coffee was pulped, fermented, washed, and dried according to specification. The farm is Finca San Miguel Urias, owned by Hector and Lilian Leal, operated under Rueda Farms, Antigua Valley (genuine Antigua), between Ciudad Vieja and San Miguel Dueñas, and the variety is ~85% Caturra, ~15% H1 and some Bourbon.
From a sensory perspective, our goal was to select a coffee that clearly showcases the nuance of fermentation while remaining clean, sweet, and approachable and we believe these lots achieve that balance very well.
Lucia Solis, Fermentation Consultant
Lucia studied Viticulture and Enology at the University of California, Davis, specializing in microbiology and fermentation science. She spent nine years working in wine production in Napa Valley before transitioning her focus to coffee in 2014.
Today, she is a coffee fermentation and processing specialist with over 12 years of international experience, having worked alongside producers in more than 15 countries.
Lucia supports coffee producers in rethinking processing as a strategic opportunity to add value and reduce risk at the wet mill. Her work centers on simplifying and streamlining protocols from fermentation through drying, creating greater clarity and operational control.
By applying microbiological principles, she helps producers develop reproducible cup profiles while bringing stability to one of the most variable stages of coffee production. Her approach emphasizes scientific rigor combined with practical simplicity — ensuring that innovation remains accessible and scalable.
James Hoffmann
James Hoffmann is an award-winning coffee professional, author, and communicator known for his influential work in specialty coffee. He won the World Barista Championship in 2007 and has since become one of the industry’s most respected voices through his educational YouTube channel, books, and global projects. James is recognized for making complex coffee topics accessible, combining deep technical knowledge with clarity, curiosity, and thoughtful exploration of flavor, process, and brewing.
Caravela, Origin & Global Distribution Partner
Caravela has been present in Guatemala since 2016, building long-term relationships with 23 coffee-growing communities across the country. Through three strategically located buying stations and a year-round, on-the-ground team, Caravela maintains direct engagement with producers, ensuring consistent support, quality control, and traceability.
As a sourcing partner, Caravela brings deep expertise in green coffee sourcing, processing, quality management, and international trade. Caravela's integrated model connects producers and roasters through structured processes that prioritize transparency, reliability, and long-term value creation.
Within this project, Caravela contributes its technical knowledge in green coffee processing, quality assurance, export operations, and global logistics ensuring that coffees move efficiently and consistently from origin to roasters worldwide.
With established importing capabilities across multiple markets, Caravela bridges origin and destination, supporting stability, visibility, and continuity throughout the supply chain.
Details:
- Variety: Blend of Caturra (85%), H1 (15%) and some Bourbon, 100% Arabica
- Altitude: 1885m
- Processing: #1 - MECHANICALLY WASHED (100 gr), #2 - WILD FERMENTATION (100 gr), #3 - LACTOBACILLUS INOCULATED(100 gr), #4 - YEAST INOCULATED (100 gr)
- Quantity: 4 x 100 gr beans
- Our coffee bags are 100% recyclable, produced CO2-neutral and can be disposed of in the plastic waste (in Belgium: PMD-bag). Also check out our CoffeeVac containers, which we sell to shop without the use of packaging from us. When using this system (only possible for pick up- or personal delivery-orders), you earn a discount (saver-system) of 1€ per ordered 250gr/150gr coffee beans.
- These beans are roasted on 100% green energy (solar + wind).
Foremost, we choose to supply beans. After 15 minutes the aromas of ground coffee are gone. We can grind on request, but it is not something we offer as standard. More info you can find on our blog!
On our website you can discover our range of manual and electric grinders .
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