Guatemala: Finca Santa Margarita, Acatenango

In Guatemala’s highland corridor, the Acatenango area is known for coffees shaped by elevation, volcanic terrain, and a long agricultural history. Finca Santa Margarita, founded in 1838, is a multi-generational family farm now stewarded by Camila Topke—one of your trading partners and a member of the International Women’s Coffee Alliance. The estate spans a large footprint, with dedicated coffee acreage planted to varieties such as Caturra, Sarchimor, Catimor, and Geisha, and it operates with a clear commitment to community infrastructure and environmental care. Surrounding forest and wildlife are preserved, and the farm supports daily life on-site with an elementary school, a church, and a health clinic. A defining feature of Santa Margarita is the role of women across the operation, from harvest work to technical programs like grafting, and to leadership in the school and clinic. Washed processing keeps the cup clean and structured, allowing the origin’s highland character to come through with clarity. Roasted to a medium level, this coffee is designed for balance—approachable body, steady sweetness, and a finish that stays composed across brewing methods.