Guatemala Finca La Bolsa Washed

£13.00

Taxes included.

Expect: Green Apple, Red Berries, Sugared Almonds

Process: Washed

Perfect for: When you’re ready to try something new without leaving behind everything you already love.

Best suited for: Filter or espresso. Beautiful both black and with milk.

This coffee is part of our Base Range : reliable, balanced brews for your every day ritual.

If you’ve ever wondered where to go after your favourite everyday coffee, this is a wonderful place to start. Green apple, juicy red berries and sugared almonds create a cup that’s familiar enough to trust, yet different enough to remind you just how exciting great coffee can be.

Size

250g

250g 1kg

Grind Size

Whole Bean

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Recommended by Jaide

"Our Guat Washed is a gorgeous espresso option and the way I drink it the most - in flat whites. The maple syrup-y sweetness really complements the milk and the apple and raspberry balances really nicely for a smooth brew! "

How Does The Coffee Perform In The Cup?

The aroma is bright and inviting with crisp apple, ripe berries and delicate sugared almond. In the cup, green apple delivers a refreshing acidity before juicy red berries bring sweetness and a smooth almond finish ties everything together. Vibrant, clean and beautifully structured, it’s a coffee that keeps every sip feeling fresh whilst remaining wonderfully balanced.

Why did we choose this coffee?

We chose this coffee because it perfectly captures what we love about washed Guatemalan coffees. It has the clarity and brightness to encourage people to explore something new, whilst retaining the sweetness and balance that make it instantly approachable. It’s often the coffee we recommend when someone is ready to take their next step into specialty coffee.

Just as importantly, we’ve never stopped believing in the people behind it. Every visit to La Bolsa reminds us that great coffee doesn’t happen by accident. It comes from generations of care, thoughtful farming and a genuine commitment to improving life for the people who call the farm home.

Region: La Libertad, Huehuetenango, Western Highlands
Altitude: 1,300 - 1,600 metres above sea level
Varietal: Caturra & Bourbon

Who produced this coffee?

The Vides family have been producing coffee at Finca La Bolsa since 1958, with the third generation now continuing that work. Nestled between two mountains in Huehuetenango, La Bolsa has become far more than a coffee farm. It provides education, healthcare and long-term opportunities for the local community whilst producing some of Guatemala’s most expressive washed coffees.
We’ve proudly partnered with Vides 58 since 2016 because their values mirror our own. Their commitment to people, the environment and exceptional coffee has made La Bolsa one of our longest-standing and most cherished sourcing relationships.

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FAQ

Shipping

When will my order be dispatched?

Orders placed before 12pm Monday–Friday are usually dispatched the same working day.

Orders placed after 12pm on Friday or over the weekend will be processed from Monday morning onwards.

How will my order be delivered?

All online orders are shipped with fully tracked DPD delivery.

You’ll receive delivery updates and options to redirect your parcel, leave it in a safe place or collect from a local pickup point.

How much does shipping cost?

Shipping is £4.10 for orders under £25. Orders over £25 qualify for free shipping.

Can I collect my order?

Yes, local pickup is available directly from our Roastery:

Unit 10, 280 Tong Road, Leeds, LS12 3BG

Collections are available Monday–Friday between 9am–5pm.

My order arrived damaged — what should I do?

We do our best to ensure everything arrives safely, but if something turns up damaged please get in touch with us at hello@northstarroast.com and we’ll sort it as quickly as possible.

Packaging

Are your coffee bags compostable?

Our 250g coffee bags are made using compostable materials designed to break down in a well-managed home compost setup.

Our 1kg bags are currently recyclable LDPE4 plastic while we continue testing larger compostable alternatives durable enough for wholesale and larger-format coffee storage.

What if I don’t have a compost bin?

You’re definitely not alone. You can return your used bags to either our Roastery or Coffee Shop and we’ll make sure they’re properly processed through our waste partners. We know there’s currently no perfect packaging solution, but we’re committed to continually improving the systems and materials we use.

Can the bags be re-used?

Definitely. The zip-lock seals make them useful for storing everything from coffee and grains to snacks, cables or the random drawer bits everyone seems to accumulate somehow.