Origin Story
This exceptional coffee comes from El Cipres, a renowned farm in El Salvador's coffee-growing highlands, cultivated at elevations between 1,600-1,800 meters above sea level. El Salvador has a rich coffee heritage dating back to the 1800s, and despite challenges the country has faced, dedicated producers continue to create world-class specialty coffee. The natural processing method—where whole cherries are dried on raised beds for 20-30 days—creates the distinctive nutty citrus, caramel, and roasted nut flavors that define this lot. El Cipres represents the resilience and quality focus of Salvadoran coffee producers who maintain traditional methods while investing in quality and sustainability. This coffee offers a flavorful and aromatic experience with a rich, smooth taste that provides an enjoyable and satisfying cup, showcasing why El Salvador remains an important origin in the specialty coffee world.
Producer Details
Farm: El Cipres
Region: El Salvador
Altitude: 1,600-1,800 MASL
Process: Natural (sun-dried whole cherries)
Varietals: Bourbon, Pacas
Drying Method: Raised beds, 20-30 days
Harvest Season: November - March
Sustainability & Certifications
✓ Shade-Grown: Cultivated under native shade trees protecting biodiversity
✓ Organic Practices: Natural composting and minimal intervention farming
✓ Direct Trade Partnership: Long-term relationship with El Cipres ensuring fair pricing
✓ Water Conservation: Natural processing eliminates water waste
✓ Quality Focus: Selective harvesting and careful processing for consistency
✓ Fair Wages: Premium pricing for specialty lots ensures living wages
✓ Community Support: Farm invests in local infrastructure and education
✓ Heritage Preservation: Maintaining El Salvador's coffee traditions and quality standards
Tasting Profile
Aroma: Nutty citrus, caramel, roasted nuts
Flavor Notes: Caramel, roasted nuts (almonds, hazelnuts), citrus, brown sugar
Acidity: Balanced and smooth
Body: Rich and full with creamy mouthfeel
Sweetness: Natural caramel sweetness
Finish: Smooth with lingering nut and caramel notes
Brewing Recommendations: Versatile - excellent as pour-over, French press, or espresso
Why El Salvador Coffee is Special
El Salvador may be small, but it has a proud coffee heritage and produces exceptional specialty coffee. The country's volcanic soils, ideal altitude, and dedicated producers create coffees with balanced sweetness, smooth body, and complex flavors. El Cipres represents the quality and resilience of Salvadoran coffee—farms that have weathered challenges and continue to produce world-class coffee. This is a perfect example of how traditional Central American coffee origins maintain their relevance in the specialty coffee world.
Traceability
This coffee is fully traceable to El Cipres farm in El Salvador. We maintain detailed records including lot numbers, harvest dates, and processing notes. Each lot is cupped and scored at our Dubai facility by founder Mohamed Hamdou, and this coffee is featured in our cupping sessions to showcase the quality and character of Salvadoran specialty coffee.
At 1718 Coffee, we're committed to knowing the people behind every bean we source. Questions about this El Salvador coffee's journey from El Cipres to your cup? We're here to share the story.
