Central American

It’s hard to say which Central American country has the “best” coffee beans—it really comes down to your personal taste. This region is a coffee lover’s dream, offering an incredible variety of flavors thanks to its unique climates, rich volcanic soils, and dedication to quality. Here’s a quick guide to what makes coffee from Guatemala, Panama, and Costa Rica stand out:

Guatemala

Guatemala is the second-largest coffee producer in Central America and is known for its beautifully balanced coffees. The regions of Antigua, Huehuetenango, and areas near Lake Atitlán produce some of the best beans, thanks to the rich volcanic soil and high altitudes. If you enjoy coffee with medium-high acidity, a medium body, and notes of berries and citrus, you’ll love what Guatemala has to offer.

Panama

Panama might be small, but it punches well above its weight in the coffee world, especially with its famed Geisha variety. Originally planted for its resistance to disease, Geisha has become one of the most sought-after coffees in the world for its floral, fruity, and tea-like flavors. More broadly, Panamanian coffee tends to have medium-high acidity, a full mouthfeel, and a mix of citrus, deep berry, chocolate, and fruit notes. If you’re after something elegant and complex, Panama’s coffees are worth exploring.

Costa Rica

Costa Rica is all about quality and innovation. The country’s diverse landscapes create a wide range of flavor profiles, but its coffees are known for being clean, balanced, and vibrant. If you try beans from the Tarrazu region, you’ll often find notes of chocolate, berries, apple, honey, and brown sugar, along with a creamy sweetness and lively acidity. Costa Rica is also famous for its honey process, which produces coffees with juicy, sweet, and sometimes more fruity flavours depending on how the beans are dried.

We source our Central American coffee through trusted partnerships with four remarkable organisations: Caribbean Goods in Guatemala, Aguilera Coffee Traders in Costa Rica, Ensambles Cafés Mexicanos in Mexico, and Caldera Coffees in Panama. These partners share our commitment to sustainability, transparency, and uplifting the farmers behind every bean.

In Guatemala, Caribbean Goods works closely with local farmers, ensuring fair practices and sustainable production. Founded by Javier Gutiérrez Abril, whose deep ties to Guatemalan coffee-growing communities inspire his work, the company helps produce exceptional coffees from regions like Antigua and Huehuetenango while creating meaningful opportunities for local farmers.

Aguilera Coffee Traders in Costa Rica is led by Dylan Aguilera, a third-generation coffee expert whose family has grown coffee for over 60 years. Known for their innovative approaches and exceptional varieties, Aguilera’s team ensures that Costa Rican coffee, especially from regions like Tarrazú, delivers outstanding quality while fostering sustainable partnerships between farmers and roasters.

In Mexico, Ensambles Cafés Mexicanos emphasises sustainability through shade-grown coffee and direct collaboration with small-scale farmers, while Caldera Coffees celebrates the unique flavours of Panama, including its world-famous Geisha variety. Both partners are passionate about preserving their countries’ coffee heritage while ensuring a transparent, eco-friendly supply chain. By working with these incredible organisations, we bring you coffee that supports both people and the planet.

Yes, we can! With strong partnerships across Central America—Caribbean Goods in Guatemala, Aguilera Coffee Traders in Costa Rica, Ensambles Cafés Mexicanos in Mexico, and Caldera Coffees in Panama—we can source exceptional coffees tailored to your needs. Whether you’re looking for specific varietals, innovative processing methods like honey or natural, or coffees from a particular region, we’re here to help.

Contact us at hello@greencoffeecollective.com, and let’s find the perfect coffee for you.