Passion fruit, ananas, lemon, caramel, dark chocolate
Winner of the Best Challenge Roast at Porto Coffee Week in Portugal 2024!
In the renowned Apaneca - Ataco region of El Salvador, Villa Galicia is a celebrated single-origin coffee farm owned by Mauricio Salaverria.
This 12-hectare farm lies along the picturesque "Route of Flowers" and benefits from rich clay-limestone soil, ideal for producing high-quality coffee.
Mauricio, a master of post-harvest coffee processing, has invested in an eco-friendly processing plant and employs innovative methods to bring out the best in his beans.
The origins of Villa Galicia date back over a century, when Don Manuel Ariz left Galicia, Spain, and settled in Concepción de Ataco. Recognizing the region’s potential, he began by purchasing 13.5 hectares of fertile land, which became the foundation of Villa Galicia. Mauricio continues this legacy today with dedication and an inventive approach to coffee production.
One of Mauricio’s unique processing methods is the Natural Pineapple process, created to enhance the coffee’s tropical profile. For this method, the coffee cherries dry in the shade on raised beds for nearly 30 days, much longer than the typical 10-15 days for natural coffees. Stirred regularly to ensure even drying, this careful technique allows the coffee to develop its full spectrum of flavors.
With an SCA Cupping Score of 85, Villa Galicia offers a vibrant and fruity experience, featuring tropical notes of passion fruit, pineapple, and lemon, balanced with the sweetness of caramel and dark chocolate.
Tasting Notes: Fruity (passion fruit, pineapple, lemon), Sweet (caramel, dark chocolate)
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