Lilly’s Guatemala Medium Roast Coffee
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Lilly’s Guatemala Medium Roast Coffee: Flavor, Origin and Brewing Guide
Lilly’s Guatemala is a single-origin medium roast from the highlands of Mataquescuintla in southeastern Guatemala. It balances rich cocoa with melon sweetness and a grapefruit-like lift, giving the cup enough depth for espresso while retaining definition in filter brewing.
Coffee Profile
| Roaster | Swelter Coffee |
|---|---|
| Origin | Mataquescuintla, southeastern Guatemala |
| Farm / producer | Santa Marta farm, Rodriguez family |
| Roast | Medium |
| Tasting notes | Rich cocoa, melon and grapefruit |
| Cultivar / process | Not specified in the current lot information |
| Sizes | 12 oz and 2 lb |
| Formats | Whole bean, espresso, drip and French press grinds |
Santa Marta Farm and the Rodriguez Family
The coffee is grown at Santa Marta, a family-run farm operated by the Rodriguez family. The family also imports its coffee directly into the United States, keeping the farm and supply story closely connected. The current lot information does not identify a cultivar or processing method, so this page does not invent either detail.
What to Expect in the Cup
Expect cocoa to form the base of the cup, with melon-like sweetness through the middle and grapefruit bringing a cleaner, brighter finish. The medium roast should feel developed rather than aggressively dark. If the citrus reads sharp or the cup seems thin, increase extraction slightly with a finer grind; if cocoa turns dry or bitter, grind coarser.
Brewing Recommendations
- Pour-over: start near a 1:16 ratio with a medium-fine grind and moderate agitation.
- Automatic drip: use about 60 grams of coffee per liter of water and a medium grind.
- Espresso: begin near a 1:2 ratio; adjust grind to balance cocoa body with the grapefruit finish.
- French press: use a coarse grind near 1:15 and decant after roughly four minutes.
Use these recipes as starting points. Water chemistry, coffee age, grinder geometry and brewer design all affect extraction. Keep dose and water constant while changing grind size so each adjustment gives useful feedback.
Whole Bean and Ground Options
Whole bean offers the most control and generally protects aroma longer. Choose a ground option only when it matches the brewer named in the selector. Pre-ground espresso cannot be matched perfectly to every basket, dose and machine, so whole bean is preferable when precise dialing is important.
Equipment and Related Coffee
A Turin DF54 grinder is a practical pairing when switching between filter and espresso. Browse more specialty coffee or compare home coffee grinders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lilly’s Guatemala already roasted?
Yes. It is roasted coffee, ready to grind or brew in the selected format.
Is it a single-origin coffee?
Yes. The coffee is identified as a single origin from Mataquescuintla, Guatemala.
Are cocoa, melon and grapefruit added flavors?
No added flavoring is stated. These are sensory notes associated with the coffee and roast.
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