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Geographical conditions of dangerous Mala

Guatemala Antigua Coffee, Guatemala is located in the center of North and South America. Antigua Island (Antigua) is a famous producer of coffee. Rich volcanic soil, low humidity, strong sunlight and cool night winds are the characteristics of Antigua. Plenty of rain and sunshine make this place more suitable for growing coffee. The mild climate and fertile soil create an excellent environment for growing coffee shops, bringing a rich taste.

Taste experience

The entrance is smooth, with a slightly carbonized flavor, just like the sweetness of chocolate mixed with smoke. The perfect combination of more full-bodied and sour and sweet, coupled with a trace of smoke, emphasizes his profundity and mystery.

Another name for interesting things

Because of this unique charcoal burning incense, Antigua coffee is also called "cigarette coffee".

Azotea Manor

Azotea Manor is located in the north of Antigua. The manor has a long history, dating back to 1883. The current landowner RICARDO POKORNY is the fifth generation.

It has its own museum in Azotea Manor. The museum is not highly dependent on income from coffee cultivation. The steady income of the museum itself gives the landowner the power to study topics related to coffee cultivation. With the help of Anthony Thomas, a biologist at the University of Wisconsin in the United States, he has devoted himself to the study of cultivation methods, organic fertilizer, shading system, waste treatment and so on.

The manor has realized the successful case of using organic insecticide organic fungicide made from garlic, pepper, aloe and so on. In addition, research on the diversification of sunshade projects is also under way, and it will take several years to achieve significant results. However, animal diversity has emerged (migratory birds and other animals). In addition, research has begun on the extraction of alcohol from waste (pulp viscose) produced by washing treatment.

The History of Azotea Manor

Ms. Doming Ponte bought it from missionaries. At first rouge was grown, but then Marserro, the manor manager's godson, suggested that he turn to coffee.

The first selection of coffee in 1888

In 1901, daughter Angela (wife of Marserro) inherited

In 1908, Angela's son Albert implemented modern washing treatment.

Albert inherited in 1914

Albert's wife, Maria, was the granddaughter of Guatemala's earliest coffee exporter.

Albert's daughter, Lily, inherited.

In 1996, Lily's son inherited

The manor reform was implemented in 1997, adding the element of tourism. Coffee trees are transplanted and shade trees are replaced.

The construction of a washing plant conducive to environmental protection has been completed

Production environment of Azotea Manor (2009)

Hoktnango, Zacatepex province where it is located

About 1645 meters above sea level

The temperature is 18, ℃, 22.

Rainfall 700--1000mm/ year

Flowering 5m / m-June

The harvest period is from 12 to 3 months.

The area is 79 hectares (25.2 hectares).

Output 800MUR 1000 bags (69Kg)

Planting variety bourbon

Shade tree Guatemala native tree

Pesticides and fungicides used (a mixture of chili, aloe and garlic water)

Fertilizer, organic fertilizer (pulp, horse dung, sawdust, etc.), nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium compound fertilizer, AMMONIUM SULFATE

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