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Dark Guatemala

by the roasterie · calgary, canada

this is dark guatemala, a guatemala from the roasterie.

the bean

origin
guatemala
region
antigua
varietal
bourbon
roast
dark
status
in stock
dark guatemala is a single-origin coffee from the antigua region of guatemala, grown from the bourbon varietal and roasted dark by the roasterie. antigua is a high-altitude growing region known for producing structured, low-acid coffees with body and depth. at this roast level, expect flavors that lean toward dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and a smooth, full body with low brightness. it performs well as espresso or in a french press, where the full roast character and heavier body can come through without thinning out.

common questions

What does Dark Guatemala taste like?

as a dark roast from antigua, this coffee leans toward rich, full-bodied flavors like dark chocolate and roasted nuts, with low acidity typical of both the roast level and the antigua region.

How is Dark Guatemala grown and processed?

it is grown in antigua, guatemala using the bourbon varietal, a classic arabica cultivar known for producing well-structured, nuanced coffee in high-altitude environments.

How should I brew Dark Guatemala?

a dark roast with full body like this works best as espresso or in a french press, both of which preserve its weight and roasted character rather than highlighting acidity.

about the roasterie

the steam wand hisses at the roasterie on 10th street, and something about that sound tells you they're serious about coffee here. not the hurried rush of chain stores, but the deliberate pace of people who actually taste what they're making. 843 google reviews averaging 4.6 stars don't lie. regulars know the drill: walk into this kensington spot and you'll get a cup that tastes like someone cared about it from bean to brew. the baristas pull shots that actually highlight the coffee instead of drowning it in milk foam mountains. you can smell the difference when beans are roasted with attention rather than automation. calgary has plenty of coffee options, but the roasterie earns its spot because they understand something fundamental: good coffee isn't about fancy machinery or trendy origin stories. it's about consistency, skill, and respecting the process every single time.

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