Guatemala Huehuetenango: Antonio Estate Mundo Novo

If you’ve ever wondered what makes Guatemalan coffee from Huehuetenango stand out in today’s specialty market—especially those bright, sweet, and complex profiles—it helps to start with the farms behind the cup. One name that keeps appearing in discussions about improved quality and consistency is the Antonio Estate. But what exactly makes this estate’s coffee worth seeking out?

The short answer: the Antonio Estate in Huehuetenango grows Mundo Novo, a high-yielding, disease-resistant hybrid that scored 87.50 in expert cupping. With scores of 10 for cleanliness, sweetness, and harmony, this lot offers a refined, balanced cup ideal for pour-over enthusiasts.

The History of Antonio Estate

The Antonio Estate is located in Guatemala’s Huehuetenango region, an area that has gained recognition in recent years for significant improvements in coffee quality, aroma, and taste. Established in 1966 by Mr. Rigoberto Luna, the father of the current owner, Santiago Antonio, the farm has been in the family for decades. Mr. Luna originally worked at another coffee farm, where his diligence caught the attention of the owner, who helped him secure a loan to start his own farm. That hard work laid the foundation for what the Antonio Estate is today.

About the Coffee Variety: Mundo Novo

This particular lot from the Antonio Estate is cultivated with the Mundo Novo variety—a natural cross between Typica and Bourbon, first discovered in Brazil. Mundo Novo plants grow taller than Bourbon, with more uniform red fruit ripening. The beans typically measure around 17 mesh in size, making them relatively large. This variety is known for strong disease resistance, vigorous growth, and high productivity. It thrives at elevations between 1,700 and 2,000 meters with annual rainfall around 1,500 mm. In Brazil, Mundo Novo is widely planted, with several sub-varieties developed by the IAC agricultural research institute, such as IAC388-6, IAC388-17, and IAC388-17-1, which feature broad tree canopies and laterally spreading side branches.

Product Specifications

This offering from the Antonio Estate includes the following details:

• Product Name: Antonio Estate Mundo Novo
• Country: Guatemala
• Region: Huehuetenango
• Producer: Antonio Estate
• Harvest Period: December to April
• Flowering Period: April to May
• Grade: SHB (Strictly Hard Bean), EP (European Preparation)
• Bean Size: 16 mesh and above
• Defect Rate: 6 defects per 300g
• Coffee Variety: Mundo Novo
• Processing Method: Fully washed
• Growing Altitude: 1,700–2,000 meters
• Annual Rainfall: 1,500 mm
• Production Batch Number: 11/44077/50

Cupping Scores and Flavor Profile

In professional cupping evaluations, this coffee received the following scores out of 10:

• Clean Cup: 10.00
• Sweetness: 10.00
• Wet Aroma: 9.00
• Harmony: 10.00
• Acidity: 9.00
• Body: 8.00
• Flavour: 8.00
• Aftertaste: 7.50
• Balance: 8.00
• Overall: 8.00
• Total Score: 87.50

These results highlight a coffee that is exceptionally clean and sweet, with pronounced harmony and balance. Expect a cup that balances bright acidity with a smooth, medium body and a lingering aftertaste. While the acidity is vibrant, it’s the overall cohesion and sweetness that make this lot particularly memorable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Antonio Estate located?

The Antonio Estate is located in Guatemala’s Huehuetenango region, a high-altitude area known for producing coffees with distinctive fruity and floral characteristics in recent years.

What coffee variety is grown at Antonio Estate?

The estate grows the Mundo Novo variety, a natural hybrid of Typica and Bourbon. It was first found in Brazil and is valued for its tall growth, disease resistance, and consistent red fruit ripening.

What processing method is used for Antonio Estate coffee?

The coffee is processed using the fully washed method, which contributes to its clean cup profile and clarity of flavor.

What are the key cupping scores for this coffee?

This lot scored 87.50 overall, with perfect 10s for Clean Cup, Sweetness, and Harmony, and high marks for Acidity and Balance, indicating a very refined and well-rounded cup.

What altitude is the coffee grown at?

The coffee is cultivated at elevations between 1,700 and 2,000 meters, conditions that are ideal for developing complex flavors and bright acidity in the cup.

When is the coffee harvested?

The harvest takes place from December to April, with flowering occurring between April and May under typical regional conditions.

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