Waykan - Huehuetenango, Guatemala
Regional Select Program Overview
The Regional Select program was meticulously crafted to spotlight the distinctive profiles that stem from the diverse microclimates found in the countries where we procure our green coffee beans. Elements such as wind patterns, soil composition, sunlight exposure, altitude variations, and other environmental factors significantly contribute to the unique traits that differentiate, for instance, a coffee from Northern Colombia versus its counterpart from the South. These nuances also underscore the contrast between coffees originating from Colombia and those originating from Kenya.
In curating our Regional Select offerings, we prioritize cup quality and individual character, aiming to strike a harmonious chord between the essence of each region and considerations like availability and pricing. These selections are crafted as blends, consisting of coffees that score between 84 to 87 on our esteemed 100-point cupping scale. While they offer regional, and sometimes even microregional, traceability, they are not tied to a specific farm or producer.
One prime example from our selection is the Waykan coffee, specifically chosen for its exquisite representation of the vibrant qualities typical of coffees hailing from Huehuetenango. Notable for its refreshing acidity reminiscent of citrus fruits like lemon, grape, or apple, alongside a delightful interplay of toffee notes and hints of sweet nuts such as almond. In the native Maya Q’qnjobal dialect of the region, "waykan" translates to "star" or the "light that shines in the sky at night," reflecting the brightness this coffee brings. The indigenous communities in and around Huehuetenango play a pivotal role in the coffee cultivation, with coffee production directly or indirectly sustaining around 80 percent of the local economy.
Credits: Cafe Imports
Oconee Coffee Roasters’ tasting notes: black currant, brown sugar, and tootsie roll.
Regional Select Program Overview
The Regional Select program was meticulously crafted to spotlight the distinctive profiles that stem from the diverse microclimates found in the countries where we procure our green coffee beans. Elements such as wind patterns, soil composition, sunlight exposure, altitude variations, and other environmental factors significantly contribute to the unique traits that differentiate, for instance, a coffee from Northern Colombia versus its counterpart from the South. These nuances also underscore the contrast between coffees originating from Colombia and those originating from Kenya.
In curating our Regional Select offerings, we prioritize cup quality and individual character, aiming to strike a harmonious chord between the essence of each region and considerations like availability and pricing. These selections are crafted as blends, consisting of coffees that score between 84 to 87 on our esteemed 100-point cupping scale. While they offer regional, and sometimes even microregional, traceability, they are not tied to a specific farm or producer.
One prime example from our selection is the Waykan coffee, specifically chosen for its exquisite representation of the vibrant qualities typical of coffees hailing from Huehuetenango. Notable for its refreshing acidity reminiscent of citrus fruits like lemon, grape, or apple, alongside a delightful interplay of toffee notes and hints of sweet nuts such as almond. In the native Maya Q’qnjobal dialect of the region, "waykan" translates to "star" or the "light that shines in the sky at night," reflecting the brightness this coffee brings. The indigenous communities in and around Huehuetenango play a pivotal role in the coffee cultivation, with coffee production directly or indirectly sustaining around 80 percent of the local economy.
Credits: Cafe Imports
Oconee Coffee Roasters’ tasting notes: black currant, brown sugar, and tootsie roll.
Regional Select Program Overview
The Regional Select program was meticulously crafted to spotlight the distinctive profiles that stem from the diverse microclimates found in the countries where we procure our green coffee beans. Elements such as wind patterns, soil composition, sunlight exposure, altitude variations, and other environmental factors significantly contribute to the unique traits that differentiate, for instance, a coffee from Northern Colombia versus its counterpart from the South. These nuances also underscore the contrast between coffees originating from Colombia and those originating from Kenya.
In curating our Regional Select offerings, we prioritize cup quality and individual character, aiming to strike a harmonious chord between the essence of each region and considerations like availability and pricing. These selections are crafted as blends, consisting of coffees that score between 84 to 87 on our esteemed 100-point cupping scale. While they offer regional, and sometimes even microregional, traceability, they are not tied to a specific farm or producer.
One prime example from our selection is the Waykan coffee, specifically chosen for its exquisite representation of the vibrant qualities typical of coffees hailing from Huehuetenango. Notable for its refreshing acidity reminiscent of citrus fruits like lemon, grape, or apple, alongside a delightful interplay of toffee notes and hints of sweet nuts such as almond. In the native Maya Q’qnjobal dialect of the region, "waykan" translates to "star" or the "light that shines in the sky at night," reflecting the brightness this coffee brings. The indigenous communities in and around Huehuetenango play a pivotal role in the coffee cultivation, with coffee production directly or indirectly sustaining around 80 percent of the local economy.
Credits: Cafe Imports
Oconee Coffee Roasters’ tasting notes: black currant, brown sugar, and tootsie roll.