Guatemala
Known for its volcanic soils, high elevations, and exceptional cup quality, Guatemala produces some of Central America's most balanced and versatile coffees. ICT sources a wide range of regional, certified, and specialty coffees through long-standing partnerships with trusted exporters and producer organizations across the country's premier growing regions.
Key Facts for Buyers
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Altitude
1,300 - 2,000 MASL
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Harvest Season
November - April
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Arrival Window
February - August
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Processing Method
Washed
How We Work in Guatemala
What We Carry From Guatemala
- HB & SHB EP regional coffees
- Organic and Fair Trade Organic (FTO) offerings
- Regional coffees from Huehuetenango, Antigua, Chimaltenango, and surrounding growing areas
- Traceable microlots and producer lots
Our Sourcing Relationships in Guatemala
ICT has built long-standing partnerships with trusted Guatemalan exporters and producer organizations that share our commitment to quality, transparency, and sustainable sourcing.
- Bicafé (Working with ICT for 20+ Years) – Bicafé partners with producers throughout Guatemala to provide high-quality regional coffees, certified offerings, and specialty lots while supporting sustainable production and long-term producer success.
- CAFCOM (Working with ICT for 20+ Years) – CAFCOM works closely with smallholder farmers through quality improvement initiatives, producer education, and sustainable agricultural programs that strengthen both coffee quality and farm livelihoods.
- Dinámica (Working with ICT for 7 Years) – Dinámica collaborates with ASPROGUATE producers throughout Chimaltenango and neighboring regions, emphasizing organic production, environmental stewardship, and community development while producing exceptional traceable coffees.
More Information
Guatemala is internationally recognized for producing coffees with exceptional sweetness, structure, and complexity. The country's volcanic soils, rugged mountain ranges, and diverse microclimates create ideal growing conditions that allow coffee cherries to mature slowly, producing dense beans with vibrant acidity, refined sweetness, and remarkable cup clarity.
Coffee is grown throughout eight officially recognized producing regions, each with its own distinct climate, elevation, and flavor profile. This regional diversity allows Guatemala to offer an impressive range of coffees, from dependable regional selections to highly traceable microlots sought after by specialty roasters around the world.
Generations of coffee-growing tradition, combined with continued investment in producer education, sustainability, and quality-focused processing, have helped establish Guatemala as one of the world's premier specialty coffee origins and a cornerstone of ICT's sourcing program.
Current Availability
Check out our current available inventory for coffees from Guatemala, or reach out to our team for more information on forward buying options.