Lot 20: La Peña José Calderón
Lot Pricing Information
Finca La Peña is a modest but remarkably productive
coffee farm in the highlands of Palencia, Guatemala—just
outside the city. At around 6k ft, our farm benefits from a cool,
rainy season followed by a warm, dry period, ideal conditions for
growing and sun-drying coffee.
When we began, the land had just a few Arabica trees from the
1970s, some cattle, and steep open fields. Since then, we’ve
turned it into a vibrant, community-driven operation. As a
sixth-generation coffee grower, I’ve seen the cycles of
success and hardship in this industry. We believe the future lies
in sustainability, resilience, and respect for both the land and
everyone involved.
We’ve planted shade trees like avocados and gravileas to
protect crops, enrich our clay-heavy soil, and boost biodiversity.
Our processing is simple and low-impact, using a small wet mill
made from recycled materials and sun-drying beans on concrete
patios. Today, La Peña is more than a farm to us, it’s
a hobby that has grown to be part of the family.
Lot Description
| Reference Number: | 20 |
|---|---|
| Opening Bid: | $6.00/lb |
| Increment: | $0.01 |
| Weight: | 918.8 lbs |
| Varietal: | Pacamara |
| Process: | Washed |
| Harvest: | 2025 |
| Boxes: | 13 |
| Boxes Size: | 30 |
| Origin: | Palencia, Guatemala |
| Producer: | José Calderón |
| Score: | 87.5 |
| Country: | Guatemala |
| Shipping Method: | EXW |
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