Guatemala Hamacus Washed Single Origin Coffee

Vides 58 is a family company with six farms based in Huehuetenango, Guatemala and a state-of-the-art cupping lab in Guatemala City.

The company began sixty years ago in 1958 with Jorge Vides. While employed as a full-time doctor, he traveled constantly, scheduling visits to his patients in various regions of the country. His passion for health led him to become Director of the National Hospital of Huehuetenango, which to this day bears his name.

While visiting patients in Huehuetenango, Jorge came across a beautiful plot of land and he decided to purchase it and develop a new hobby outside of medicine. At this time, the land was covered in forests, and he proceeded to cultivate Bourbon and Caturra coffee varieties.

Jorge’s family has continued to follow in his footsteps. Renardo “Nayo” Ovalle Vides, Jorge’s grandson and current manager of Vides 58, has dedicated his time to variety diversification, improved quality, and equipment advancement. He works alongside a wonderful team of dedicated and motivated professionals including his wife Jaqueline, a Q grader who spends much of her time in their stunning lab in Guatemala City.

Jorge’s family has continued to follow in his footsteps. Renardo “Nayo” Ovalle Vides, Jorge’s grandson and current manager of Vides 58, has dedicated his time to variety diversification, improved quality and equipment advancement. He works alongside a wonderful team of dedicated and motivated professionals including his wife Jaqueline, a Q grader who spends much of her time in their stunning lab in Guatemala City.

Working with neighboring communities and following Rainforest Alliance standards, the company promotes environmentally friendly practices and conserves their ecosystems through efficient water usage and deforestation prevention.

In 1980, Vides 58 even opened an elementary school on their farm for the children of their workers and neighboring communities, which is still running today. The Vides 58 approach to business is one of great professionalism, focused on cultivating long-term mutually beneficial relationships. As you savor the flavors of black cherry, cane sugar, and cocoa powder in every sip, know that you are supporting a company that cares about both quality and making a positive difference.

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