About Tz'ikin Cafe

Tz'ikin Cafe was born from a deep love for Salvadoran and Guatemalan coffee and culture. Our founder, Allan Gonzalez, has family roots in both countries and grew up appreciating the rich coffee traditions of Central America.

After years of working in the coffee industry, Allan noticed a gap in the market for truly authentic, ethically sourced Central American coffee. He established direct relationships with local farmers in both El Salvador and Guatemala, ensuring fair compensation and sustainable farming practices.

Tz'ikin Cafe—named after the Mayan word for "bird," symbolizing freedom and connection to nature—started as a passion project and is now bringing the authentic flavors of Central America to Montgomery County, MD.

We source our beans directly from small-scale farmers in El Salvador and Guatemala, particularly from regions known for producing some of Central America's finest coffees.

Salvadoran coffee is known for its balanced acidity, medium body, and notes of chocolate and caramel, while Guatemalan coffee often features bright acidity with floral, chocolate, and sometimes fruity notes. This diversity allows us to offer a range of flavor profiles to suit every palate.

Our coffee is roasted in small batches locally to ensure freshness and to highlight the unique characteristics of each bean. We offer a range of roast profiles from light to dark, each designed to showcase different flavor notes from both countries.