Guatemalan Huehuetenango Organic Single Origin (12oz)
Guatemalan Huehuetenango Organic Single Origin (12oz)
Forum Coffee's Whole Bean Organic Guatemalan Single Origin. Notes of Chocolate, Cashew, Brown Sugar. Certified Organic.
"Rich. Smooth. Sweet. Your next favorite morning coffee."
Grown at 5,000–6,500 feet in Guatemala's rugged western highlands, this USDA certified organic single origin coffee is house-roasted at Forum Coffee's New Jersey roastery and shipped fresh to your door. Every cup delivers rich chocolate warmth, a hint of cashew nuttiness, and a brown sugar sweetness that lingers long after the last sip.
Love this coffee? Stock up with our Guatemala Huehuetenango 5lb Bulk Bag — same beans, better value for households and offices.
In the Cup
Flavor Profile
What you'll taste, sip after sip.
At a Glance
The Details
Everything you need to know before you brew.
Where It's From?
The Origin — Region, Country
Huehuetenango sits in the rugged western highlands of Guatemala — one of the world's most celebrated coffee-growing regions. Extreme altitude, cool mountain air from Mexico, and naturally fertile volcanic soil force the coffee cherries to ripen slowly, concentrating every flavor note into each bean.
The farming communities here have grown coffee for generations using traditional, sustainable methods. Our Guatemala Huehuetenango comes from smallholder farms committed to organic practices — no synthetic chemicals, no pesticides, just clean land and exceptional coffee.
How It's Roasted?
The Roast — Medium: The Sweet Spot
Medium roast is where this Guatemalan coffee comes alive. Too light, and the chocolate notes are underdeveloped. Too dark, and the cashew sweetness disappears. Our New Jersey roasters have refined the exact roast point that brings out the rich chocolate warmth, cashew nuttiness, and brown sugar finish that defines this coffee.
The result is a bright, balanced cup with a velvety body — approachable enough for every morning, interesting enough for a dedicated pour over session.
Why It's Good For You?
Health Benefits of Guatemalan Huehuetenango
Packed with chlorogenic acids and polyphenols that actively fight free radicals, protect your cells from oxidative damage, and reduce the risk of chronic disease with every cup.
Studies consistently show that regular organic coffee drinkers have lower risk of heart disease and stroke, thanks to powerful polyphenols that improve blood vessel function and reduce arterial inflammation.
The natural caffeine in this medium roast sharpens concentration, improves alertness, and boosts reaction time — giving you a clean, productive start to your morning without jitters or crashes.
USDA Certified Organic means every bean is grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers — so nothing harmful ever makes its way into your cup or your body.
The polyphenols and chlorogenic acids in organic coffee have documented anti-inflammatory effects, helping reduce chronic inflammation linked to heart disease, type 2 diabetes, cancer, and accelerated aging.
Research shows that regular coffee consumption can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by 23–50%, as chlorogenic acids improve glucose metabolism and support healthy blood sugar regulation.
Brewing
How to Brew?
Best Methods for Guatemalan Huehuetenango Coffee
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1Heat your water.
Heat fresh filtered water to 200°F. If you don't have a thermometer, boil water and let it sit for 30 seconds.
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2Grind to medium.
Grind your beans to a medium consistency — similar to coarse sea sand. Grind just before brewing for the freshest flavor.
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3Measure your ratio.
Add 1 tablespoon of ground coffee per 6oz of water into your pour over or drip machine filter.
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4Bloom the grounds.
Pour a small amount of water first to wet all the grounds and let it sit for 30 seconds. This is called the bloom — you'll see the coffee puff up slightly as it releases CO2, which means it's fresh.
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5Pour slowly.
Slowly pour the remaining water in a gentle circular motion over 2–3 minutes, keeping the pour steady and even.
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6Enjoy.
Your coffee is ready in about 3–4 minutes total. Pour into your cup and drink it black first to fully experience the chocolate, cashew, and brown sugar notes.
Our Standard
Why Organic? Why USDA Certified?
USDA Certified Organic
Grown without synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or chemical fertilizers. USDA Organic certification means every bean in this bag meets the strictest standards for soil health, farming practices, and environmental sustainability. Organic growing also produces a cleaner, more vibrant flavor in the cup — you can taste the difference.
Choose Your Size
Same Coffee. Same Quality.
Pick what suits your lifestyle.
12oz Retail Bag
- Perfect for home brewers
- 8–10 days supply (1-2 cups/day)
- Resealable airtight bag
- Best for freshness-first drinkers
- Great as a specialty coffee gift
5lb Bulk Bag
- Best value per ounce
- 4–5 weeks supply (2 cups/day)
- Ideal for households & offices
- Same fresh-roasted quality
- See our 5lb listing →
Is This For You?
Is This Coffee Right for You?
This coffee is designed for a specific kind of drinker — one who appreciates where their coffee comes from and wants every morning cup to be something genuinely worth waking up for.
Pour over and filter coffee enthusiasts who appreciate single origin clarity.
Daily drinkers who want a reliable, flavorful organic coffee every morning.
Gift buyers — this makes a beautiful, impressive specialty coffee gift.
Health-conscious buyers who want USDA certified organic whole bean coffee.
Anyone making the switch from supermarket coffee to real specialty coffee.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you pronounce "Huehuetenango"?
It's pronounced "way-way-ten-ANG-oh." It's a region in the western highlands of Guatemala — and once you've tried the coffee, you'll never forget the name.
What does Guatemalan Huehuetenango coffee taste like?
Rich notes of chocolate and cashew with a brown sugar sweetness in the finish. It's smooth and balanced — never bitter or sharp. Most people describe it as a comforting, flavorful cup that works beautifully any time of day.
Is Guatemalan Huehuetenango coffee bitter?
No — not at all. The medium roast and high-altitude growing conditions produce a naturally sweet, smooth cup. If your previous coffees have been bitter, this one will be a pleasant surprise.
Why is Huehuetenango coffee so expensive compared to regular coffee?
It's grown at 5,000–6,500 feet in one of the most remote coffee-growing regions in the world. The extreme altitude, hand-picking, and careful processing make it specialty grade — which means far better flavor than commercial coffee, but at a higher production cost.
Is Guatemalan coffee good for pour over?
Yes — pour over (V60, Chemex, or Kalita Wave) is one of the best brew methods for this coffee. It produces a clean, clear cup that lets the chocolate, cashew, and brown sugar notes come through perfectly.
Is this coffee low acid?
It has medium acidity — bright but not sharp. If you find some coffees too acidic, this medium roast Guatemalan is much gentler on the stomach than lighter roasts or Ethiopian coffees.
What is the best grind size for Guatemalan Huehuetenango coffee?
For pour over: medium grind (like coarse sea sand). For drip machine: medium grind. For French press: coarse grind. Always grind fresh just before brewing for the best flavor.
Does Forum Coffee ship fresh-roasted coffee?
Yes. We roast your coffee to order at our New Jersey roastery and ship it within days of roasting. You receive it at peak freshness — not weeks-old coffee from a warehouse shelf.