This coffee is a Maracaturra variety grown at Finca El Hato in the Fraijanes region of Guatemala at an altitude of 1,550 to 1,800 meters. It is processed using the natural method, where cherries remain intact during drying and are regularly turned to ensure even fermentation. The flavor profile features notes of yellow plum, Rainier cherry, and orange wine, offering a wine-like experience. This coffee is roasted to a light level and is suitable for various brewing methods.
Founded in Santa Cruz, California, in 2007 by college friends Ryan O'Donovan and Colby Barr, Verve Coffee Roasters was born from a shared passion for music, design, and coffee.The duo combined Ryan's coffee industry background with Colby's entrepreneurial spirit to build a brand focused on the third wave coffee movement. Their approach is rooted in direct trade partnerships through their Farmlevel Initiative, which emphasizes paying premiums for quality and investing in coffee-producing communities. They roast in small batches on vintage Probat roasters, aiming to craft a future for coffee that is equitable and innovative.
