Guatemala La Soledad H1 – Washed

Some coffees rely on intense fermentation to attract attention. This one follows a different path: an unusual variety, careful cultivation, and washed processing focused on clarity, balance, and the natural expression of the bean.

H1 combines strong sensory potential with resistance and productivity, although its cup quality depends heavily on precise picking at full ripeness. In the hands of the Pérez family, it develops a defined, sweet, and structured cup with an elegant personality.

Flavor Profile

• Main character: sweet, clean, and expressive
• Acidity: lively, precise, and well integrated
• Body: medium, juicy, and structured
• Aftertaste: long, sweet, and clean

Origin and Processing

This coffee grows at Finca La Soledad, located in the heart of Acatenango, Guatemala. The farm has belonged to the Pérez family for five generations and combines coffee cultivation with protected areas of natural forest.

Volcanic soil, the region’s distinctive microclimate, and an altitude of 1,650 m.a.s.l. support slow cherry maturation and a clearly defined cup structure.

H1 is a hybrid created from T5296 and Rume Sudan. Its quality potential is particularly dependent on selective harvesting and fully ripe coffee cherries.

The washed process removes the fruit and mucilage before drying, supporting a clean, transparent, and well-organised cup. The variety and origin remain at the centre of the experience, without intense fermentation masking their identity.

Why You’ll Love It

• Distinctive variety: H1 combines modern genetics with strong sensory potential
• Clean expression: washed processing promotes clarity and precision
• Sweetness and structure: balanced, juicy, and well defined
• Limited production: a microlot rarely found outside specialist coffee selections

Ideal for

• V60 and Origami: to highlight clarity, acidity, and structure
• Chemex: for a more delicate and exceptionally clean cup
• AeroPress: to enhance sweetness and juicy texture
• Modern espresso: for a sweet, lively, and distinctive extraction
• Cupping: recommended for exploring the character of the H1 variety

Technical Details

• Origin: Guatemala
• Region: Acatenango
• Farm: Finca La Soledad
• Producers: Pérez family
• Variety: H1
• Genetics: T5296 × Rume Sudan
• Processing: Washed
• Altitude: 1,650 m.a.s.l.
• Species: Arabica
• Score: 86.75
• Availability: highly limited lot

Summary

A limited washed Guatemalan coffee for those who value precision, clarity, and varieties with a distinctive identity. H1 delivers a sweet, lively, and structured cup particularly suited to filter brewing and modern espresso.