Finca Pulcal

Description

The Antigua Finca Pulcal, rooted in history on Hacienda Carmona since 1541, has a story that spans generations. Initially focusing on various agricultural products, the farm transitioned to Arabica coffee in the late 1800s under the ownership of the Zelaya family. In 1918, it marked a milestone as Guatemala's coffee made its debut in the global market. Preserving its heritage, the plantation cultivates original varieties like red and yellow Bourbón and Typica. Located in the unique microclimate and elevated soils of the Antigua Valley, Café Pulcal undergoes careful processing with mountain spring water. The estate takes a proactive cultivation approach, spacing coffee trees and implementing a strategic pruning cycle every three years. This ensures a healthy balance, allowing light and air to nourish trees and integrating new plants without disrupting roots. Since 1959, Maria Zelaya Aguirre, the third-generation owner, has dedicated herself to Hacienda Carmona, honoring her family's legacy and showcasing a deep love for coffee. Today, overseen by Luis Pedro Zelaya and Ricardo Zelaya, the estate includes a wet mill and dry processing at Finca Santa Clara. Beyond coffee, it's home to Carmona Trails and a Dairy Farm, undertaking replanting efforts to introduce new varieties like Java, San Francisco, and Villa Sarchi in recent years.