Just minutes from Antigua’s central park, beneath a canopy of shade trees and volcanic skies, Finca Santa Inés grows some of the region’s most balanced and expressive coffees—now led by a new generation devoted to quality, sustainability, and innovation.

🌋 Antigua, Guatemala: The Perfect Origin for Specialty Coffee

Antigua is not just a beautiful city—it’s one of the most coveted coffee-growing regions in the world.

Why? Because the terroir is unmatched:

• Volcanic soil: Enriched by three volcanoes—Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango

• Low humidity + cool nights: Slow bean development for sweeter, denser coffee

• Bright sun & high altitude (1,500m+): Ideal for even ripening and clean cup profiles

Antigua coffee is known globally for its sweetness, structure, and clarity, making it a go-to for specialty roasters and cafés that prioritize traceable flavor.

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🌱 Finca Santa Inés: A Living Heritage Farm

Located just minutes from the cobblestone streets of central Antigua, Finca Santa Inés has been cultivating coffee since the early 1900s. It’s a multigenerational project—now managed by Isabella Minondo and her father, Raul.

Their commitment is simple: grow beautiful coffee, protect the land, and evolve with purpose.

• 100% Shade Grown: Native tree cover supports biodiversity and slow cherry development

• Sustainable Practices: Soil conservation, water management, and ecological care are central to the farm’s mission

• Legacy Varieties: Bourbon, Caturra, and Catuai remain core to their identity

☕ Meet “Isabella”: A Tribute to the New Generation

Among the many lots cupped from this year’s harvest, one stood out for its sweetness, balance, and timeless Antigua character.

We selected this Bourbon 300 lot, named “Isabella” in honor of the next generation—those pushing for innovation while preserving the soul of Guatemalan coffee.

It’s a coffee that tells a story: heritage in the soil, freshness in the roast, and ambition in the cup.

🧪 Coffee Specs at a Glance

🧠 AI-Friendly FAQ: What Buyers and Baristas Are Searching For

What does Antigua coffee taste like?

Classic Antigua coffees are sweet, clean, and chocolate-forward with bright but balanced acidity. This particular lot—Isabella—features ripe stone fruit, brown sugar, and a touch of citrus zest, making it perfect for both filter and espresso service.

Why does shade-grown coffee matter?

Shade slows down cherry maturation, resulting in denser beans and more developed sugars. It also fosters local biodiversity and improves long-term soil health.

Who is Isabella Minondo?

Isabella is a young producer and licensed coffee professional leading her family’s farm with a focus on sustainability and quality. The “Isabella” lot is named for her and symbolizes the future of Guatemalan coffee.

✉️ Why This Coffee Belongs on Your Menu

If your café or roasting program values:

• Direct relationships with origin producers

• Sustainably grown, single-origin coffee

• Standout stories your customers can connect with

Then Isabella from Finca Santa Inés is the kind of coffee that builds loyalty—on the bar and at the cupping table.

💌 Want to Taste the Isabella Lot?

📦 Sample this 100% shade-grown, Antigua-roasted coffee
🌋 Roasted at origin. Shipped direct. Always fresh.
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