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Guatemala Tierras Altas

by cuppajoe coffee roasters · burnaby, canada

you'll taste lemon before grapefruit. this is guatemala tierras altas, a guatemala from cuppajoe coffee roasters.

lemongrapefruitcitrus zestcaramel

the bean

origin
guatemala
status
in stock
guatemala tierras altas is a single-origin coffee from guatemala, roasted by cuppajoe coffee roasters. it carries a citrus-forward profile built around lemon, grapefruit, and citrus zest, with caramel rounding out the finish and adding a little sweetness to balance the brightness. the acidity is likely clean and lively, making it well suited to brew methods that preserve clarity, such as pour over or aeropress. if you enjoy coffees that are sharp and fruit-forward without being flat or one-dimensional, this is a strong candidate. keep water around 93-96c and a medium-fine grind to let the citrus character come through without bitterness.

common questions

What does Guatemala Tierras Altas taste like?

it leads with lemon and grapefruit, supported by citrus zest, and finishes with a caramel sweetness that softens the brightness. the overall cup is fruit-forward with a clean, balanced quality.

How is Guatemala Tierras Altas grown and processed?

it is sourced from guatemala, though specific farm, altitude, or processing details have not been provided by the roaster. the name tierras altas suggests a highland-grown coffee, which typically means cooler temperatures and slower cherry development.

How should I brew Guatemala Tierras Altas?

its citrus-forward profile responds well to brew methods that highlight clarity and acidity, such as pour over or aeropress. a medium-fine grind and water around 93-96c will help express the lemon and grapefruit notes without pushing into bitterness.

about cuppajoe coffee roasters

tucked into a quiet stretch of rosser avenue, cuppajoe coffee roasters proves that burnaby knows good coffee. this isn't your corner chain with burnt beans and predictable pours. here, someone actually cares about what's in your cup. the 4.4-star rating from 373 google reviews tells part of the story, but numbers can't capture the satisfaction of that first sip when the roast hits exactly right. regulars know this feeling. they come back because consistency matters, because the beans are treated with respect, because independent roasters understand something chains never will: coffee isn't just caffeine delivery. walk in and you'll smell the difference immediately. fresh-roasted beans have their own language, and cuppajoe speaks it fluently. no corporate formulas here, just the kind of attention to detail that makes people choose the long route to work just to stop by. burnaby's coffee scene is better for places like this.

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