The history of El Pilar is traced back to the 1800s, well before coffee production had become an important part of Guatemala’s economy in the 1850s. El Pilar is located in the high mountains of San Juan Sacatepequez with elevations between 1,500-2,000 meters above sea level. The farm has changed ownership over the years, but current owner Juan Chen has preserved the original varieties grown on El Pilar, typica and bourbon. Many of the coffee trees on this farm have been growing for more than 70 years, and some of the taller trees require a ladder for coffee to be harvested.

We like the warm, sweet tea-like qualities of El Pilar, and the subtle floral and citrus notes. As always, this coffee comes to us from our partners at Madcap Coffee Co.

Tasting notes: Floral, sweet tea, citrus and spice
Producer: Juan Chen
Region: San Juan Sacatepequez
Variety: Typica
Altitude: 1,500-2000 meters
Processing: Washed and patio dried