About El Catuai
El Catuai is a family-owned coffee producer in Guatemala with a history dating back to 1876. The company operates the farms El Catuai, La Concha, and El Paraiso in the Fraijanes and Santa Rosa regions. Their production is based on organic farming practices, sustainability, and long-term environmental stewardship.
Coffee Production
The farms cultivate several Arabica varieties, including Marsellesa, Anacafé 14, Typica, Red and Yellow Catuai, and Bourbon. The company is also developing numerous microlots and experimental varieties for future specialty coffee programs. Harvest season runs from September through March.
Quality & Cup Profile
The coffee is processed using a washed method with approximately 36 hours of fermentation. According to the document, coffees typically score between 84 and 87 points. Flavor notes include chocolate, almonds, and prunes, with a clean silky texture, balanced body, and pronounced aroma.
Sustainability
El Catuai actively invests in agroforestry and reforestation initiatives, including the planting of shade and timber trees to support biodiversity, carbon sequestration, and soil health. Organic production methods are central to the company’s sustainability strategy.
