El Martillo Extended Washed - Apaneca-Ilamatepec
- Roasts on: Aug-21, 2025
- Ships on: Aug-24, 2025
Summary and Tasting notes
A generational Yellow Caturra lot from the Salaverría family's El Martillo farm, showcasing innovative processing and soil regeneration techniques with vibrant passion fruit, sour cherry, and chocolate notes.
About the Coffee
Origin
Nestled near the Santa Ana volcano in Ahuachapan, El Salvador, this coffee originates from a region known for its rich volcanic soils and ideal coffee-growing microclimates. The high elevation of 1700 meters creates perfect conditions for slow cherry maturation, concentrating complex flavors and developing the coffee's distinctive characteristics.
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Producer
The Salaverría family represents six generations of coffee production, with a deep commitment to quality and sustainability. Since 1970, when Jose Antonio Sr. chose to inherit a farm over a house, the family has continuously innovated, purchasing Beneficio Las Cruces mill in 1990 and developing specialized organic fertilization techniques to combat agricultural challenges.
Process
This extended washed process begins with careful cherry selection, followed by pulping in fresh water and a unique 72-95 hour aerobic fermentation. This prolonged fermentation enhances the coffee's clarity, complexity, and shelf life. After fermentation, the beans are thoroughly washed and carefully dried on raised beds for up to 15 days, ensuring optimal moisture removal and flavor preservation.
Tasting Notes
Expect a nuanced cup with vibrant passion fruit and sour cherry notes, complemented by rich cacao nibs and a sweet cookie undertone. A delicate violet essence weaves through the profile, creating a balanced and complex sensory experience. Recommended resting period: 10 days for espresso, 8 days for filter roasts
