This coffee originates from the highlands of Huehuetenango, Guatemala, cultivated by smallholder farmers at elevations ranging from 5,000 to 6,500 feet (1,500 to 2,000 meters above sea level). The region's unique climate is influenced by dry, hot winds from Mexico's Tehuantepec plain, allowing coffee to grow at high altitudes and resulting in denser, sweeter beans. The coffee is Strictly Hard Bean (SHB) grade and undergoes a washed processing method. It offers flavor notes of milk chocolate, almond, apricot, and brown sugar with a medium body and balanced acidity.
Octave Coffee operates as a craft micro roaster on Bostons North Shore in Haverhill, Massachusetts, roasting fresh to order and shipping directly to customers. Small batch blends and single origin roasts form the foundation of their offerings, complemented by music themed branding that reflects the creative sensibility of the operation. Beyond traditional coffee sales, the roastery extends its service to offer catering and mobile coffee services for events and gatherings. Operating across both direct to consumer and wholesale channels, Octave demonstrates how a focused micro roastery can build diverse revenue streams while maintaining quality standards.
