We have been proudly partnered with Café Pacas in El Salvador since 2023, sourcing exceptional Microlot and Single Origin coffees from the cooperative during this time. 

Café Pacas has been managing Finca La Esperanza since November 2010 alongside the leadership of farm manager, Yanira Mendoza. This expansive, picturesque farm is renowned for producing exceptional quality coffee. Located in Cantón El Porvenir, Municipio de Chalchuapa, Santa Ana. 

Café Pacas describe La Esperanza farm as a unique varietal garden, with the farm divided into 18 distinct lots to nurture diverse coffee varietals. Sitting at elevations between 1000masl and 1750masl, the farm thrives amidst biodiverse shade provided by a rich tapestry of plants and trees. Renovated in 2012, the farm’s combination of high altitude, unparalleled biodiversity, and Yanira’s dedicated stewardship yields truly excellent cup profiles.

Process

Once the coffee cherries are carefully hand-picked at the farm, they are then transported to a mill in Vivagua. Here, the cherries are not pulped, but rather, immediately spread out on patios and raised beds for drying. 

Over the course of two days the cherries are laid out in a thin layer to dry quickly and prevent risk of fermentation. After day three the layer of cherries is thickened allowing them to dry more slowly and evenly. These layers are turned 5-8 times daily. At night, the cherries are gathered into small batches and covered with jute bags to protect them from dew or unexpected rain. 

The moisture content of the coffee is measured daily. Once it reaches 12%, the cherries are packed into jute bags and stored in the warehouse in a designated area to maintain traceability. The parchment coffee remains in the warehouse until it is ready for dry milling and export.

• Region: Santa Ana
• Variety: Heirloom
• Process: Natural
• Altitude: 1,100-1,750masl
• Tasting: Tangerine, Caramel & Almond
• Aroma: Digestive Biscuit
• Acidity: Medium
• Body: Full

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