About Santa Isabel Guatemala

Bright & Balanced Elegance.

Santa Isabel from Guatemala is a lively and elegant filter roast that opens with bright nectarine and passionfruit notes, layered over a rich base of hazelnut and rounded by a soft honeyed sweetness. Grown at 1,400–1,600 metres in the lush, cool highlands of Alta Verapaz, this washed Caturra variety reflects both the unique microclimate and the care of the Valdés family, who have cultivated the estate for generations. The result is a coffee that is vibrant yet balanced, fruit-forward yet refined, and perfectly suited to filter brewing methods like pour-over, Chemex, or batch brew—ideal for those seeking clarity, sweetness, and a true sense of place in their cup.

Dispatch & Shipping

Dispatch

  • We aim to dispatch all orders within 24 hours.
  • If we anticipate a delay, we’ll notify you in advance.
  • If your order is delayed beyond the estimated times shown on the product page, we’ll upgrade it to express shipping for free.
  • We work with a wide range of independent roasters, which can occasionally cause slight delays.
  • Our priority is to keep you informed and ensure your order arrives on time.

Shipping Times

  • Metro Areas: Estimated delivery within 1–3 business days after dispatch.
  • Regional Areas: Estimated delivery within 3–7 business days after dispatch.

Delivery times are calculated from the date of dispatch and are quoted in business days. These timeframes are estimates provided by our courier partners; postal delays beyond our control may occur once your goods have been dispatched.

Subscriptions

Subscriptions are fully controllable through the Subscription Portal.

How to access the portal:
Click the link in any of your subscription emails, or log in to your account on our website and navigate to Subscriptions

Make changes anytime:

  • Next order date
  • Delivery frequency (e.g. weekly, fortnightly, monthly)
  • Coffee selections (for eligible subscriptions)
  • Shipping address
  • Payment method

Skip, pause, or cancel:
Need a break? You can skip an orderpause your subscription, or cancel anytime - no hassle.

Billing reminders:
You’ll receive an email before each billing cycle, giving you time to make changes if needed.

Need help?
If you're stuck, reach out to us at support@altdrop.com.au - we're happy to help.

Coffee Freshness

How fresh is the coffee I will receive?

  • We aim to deliver coffee that is less than 14 days post-roast at the time it reaches your door.
  • We work closely with our roasters to ensure peak freshness with every order.

As a general guide:

  • 0–8 days post-roast:
    Coffee is fresh and drinkable, but may still be developing its full flavour.
  • 9–35 days post-roast:
    Peak drinking window – flavours are well-developed and balanced.
  • 35–56 days post-roast:
    Still tastes good, though flavour clarity may begin to fade.
  • 56+ days post-roast:
    Coffee may start to taste stale or flat – we recommend using it sooner.
Ethical Sourcing

Is your coffee ethically sourced?

  • Yes - we only work with roasters who source their coffee ethically.

What does ethical sourcing mean to us?

  • Fair pay for farmers:
    Ensuring producers receive a living income and are paid above market rates.
  • Transparent supply chains:
    Sourcing coffee through traceable, direct relationships wherever possible.
  • Respect for communities:
    Backing partners who invest in the wellbeing of farming communities, including education, healthcare, and infrastructure.

We regularly review our roasters to ensure their values and practices align with our commitment to sustainability and fairness.

About Standing Room

All flavour, no seats.

Standing Room leans into the beauty of the quick, perfect cup. In a compact space built for flow, they prioritise clean extractions, fast service, and consistency under pressure - big, sweet shots that cut through milk and bright, tidy filters that don’t need fussing. Seasonal, traceable coffees are selected with care from producers and roasting partners they trust, then calibrated daily so the queue moves and every cup tastes as intended.

Hospitality stays front and centre: friendly bar-side interactions, clear brew info, and practical guidance for regulars who want to dial in at home. It’s coffee stripped back to what matters - quality, momentum, and a neighbourhood vibe that rewards repeat visits.

Located in Melbourne

Founded in 2013

Boutique Sized Roaster

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