We’re Guatemala virgins here at Root & Branch. One of the most liked origins always passed us by. Being a little more mellow and chocolate orientated in character, they seldom provided enough interest for us to consider them. However, when we came across this microlots from Huehuetenango, we saw the light. Produced by Renardo Ovalle who inherited this beautiful farm from his doctor father, he’s successfully produced some of the best coffees Guatemala has to offer. With mountains on one side and hills on the other, this naturally forest shaded farm also boasts some beautiful natural springs, the water from which is used for the washed processed coffees. Near their pristine farm, they built a Montessori school for the local kids 20 years ago, and are well known for their contribution to their community. We love these coffees and the limestone bedrock below the farm, spring water, and warm winds delivers slow maturing cherries that are full of aromatic complexity and we think these guys will become a regular feature on our annual coffee menu. Enjoy!