“Salvador,” which means “Savior” in Spanish, was named after Christopher Columbus’s experience of discovering the American continent. The coffee from this Central American “land of volcanoes” is one of the finest in the world, attracting coffee enthusiasts worldwide with its delicacy and astonishing flavor. To understand the characteristics of Salvadoran coffee, it’s helpful to start by learning about the country of El Salvador itself…
/The characteristics of the exquisite coffee in a small country/
/The characteristics of the exquisite coffee in a small country/
El Salvador is a country known for producing 100% Arabica coffee. Locals cultivate a high proportion of native Bourbon coffee trees and adhere to hand-picking coffee beans. Despite being the smallest country in Central America, El Salvador is one of the most efficient coffee-producing nations globally.
El Salvador boasts numerous volcanoes and highlands, with most coffee farms situated in high-altitude regions. The fertile volcanic soil is rich in minerals, benefiting the growth of coffee trees. Natural canopies shield the coffee plants from the sun and wind. At higher altitudes, the fruits take longer to ripen and have higher sugar content, resulting in coffee with a rich flavor profile and higher density. The coffee beans exhibit balanced acidity and vibrant flavors.
Salvadoran coffee is renowned worldwide for its sweetness, richness, acidity, and other characteristics. Its most outstanding feature is the sweet taste paired with a balanced mouthfeel, with a smooth acidity that delights the palate. Overall, coffee cultivated in El Salvador exhibits the following characteristics:
Coffee presents flavors of nuts, chocolate, and caramel. Some people also note hints of dark drupe. The shape of the coffee beans is typically very refined and intricate. The acidity of the coffee ranges from mild to rich but is very enjoyable to drink. Salvadoran coffee beans have a rich, sweet aroma. The aroma of the beans may remind one of honey and brown sugar.
Overall, this entirely depends on the region where the coffee is produced and the processing methods employed. Sometimes, you’ll find coffees filled with juicy fruity notes, while others exhibit pronounced sweetness, chocolatey undertones, and subtle acidity.
/Salvadoran coffee varieties/
/Salvadoran coffee varieties/
All coffee bushes in El Salvador belong to the Arabica species. Here are some Arabica varieties grown in El Salvador:
- Bourbon:
The variety is highly regarded for its chocolate and buttery flavors. It boasts superior quality, but due to its lower coffee cherry yield, it often commands a higher price compared to other varieties. Bourbon is named after the island where it was discovered. - Pacamara:
A variety developed by the Salvadoran Coffee Research Institute, Pacamara features relatively large beans and intense flavors. Pacamara has garnered a following in the coffee world. - Caturra:
Similar to the Bourbon variety, but with lower quality due to higher fruit production from the bushes. - Pacas:
This is a natural mutation of the Bourbon variety, and one of the coffee beans used in creating the Pacamara variety. - Catuai:
This variety is a hybrid created in Brazil and planted throughout Latin America.
El Salvador new seasonal freshly harvested ra
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Aida Battle Selection（ABS）
El Salvador new seasonal freshly harvested ra
beans taste recommended
Aida Battle Selection（ABS）
Farm boutique coffee
Farm boutique coffee
The Bourbon specialty coffee from the ABS manor in El Salvador features a clean and full-bodied flavor profile with prominent fruity notes. It is suitable for regular pour-over, iced pour-over, cold brew, and iced drip methods. Don’t miss out on the specialty coffee beans from the 20/21 new harvest season if you’re someone who enjoys trying fresh flavors!
ABS - Manor Specialty, Coffee Raw Beans
20/21 Harvest Season
ABS - Manor Specialty, Coffee Raw Beans
20/21 Harvest Season
El Salvador ABS Manor
El Salvador ABS Manor
- Altitude: 1500-1650m
- Varietal: Bourbon
- Processing: Washed
- Cupping Notes: Cherry tomatoes, citrus, palm sugar sweetness, pine nut Finish, juicy body
- Sizes: 69KG, 5KG, 1KG
- Altitude: 1580-1720m
- Varietals: SL34, SL28
- Processing: Washed
- Cupping Notes: Blackcurrant, pear, rosehip acidity, blackberry sweetness, hawthorn finish, silky body
- Sizes: 69KG, 5KG, 1KG
2020 Harvest Season
2020 Harvest Season
- Altitude: 1500-1650m
- Varietal: Bourbon
- Processing: Kenya
- Cupping Notes: Tomato, grapefruit, green plum acidity, ripe longan sweetness, roasted hazelnut finish, black tea body
- Sizes: 69KG, 5KG, 1KG
