Farmer Fernando Alfaro owns and operates this 10.5 hectare farm in the Ataco mountain range in Apaneca.
This farm is known for its incredible mountain views. This region of El Salvador has a rich indigenous population and the town has many vendors selling local crafts honoring that heritage.
The mountainous landscape provides ideal cool weather for coffee along with a healthy annual rainfall.
Fernando has planted over 2500 trees of Bourbon and Pacas. He also has invested in infrastructure like raised beds and tanks for doing processing experiments. His annual production is around 200 bags.
Origin: El Salvador
Farm/Region: Finca El Cocal, Ataco, Apaneca
Tasting Notes: Shiraz grapes, blackberry and chocolate coated raisins
Producer: Fernando Alfaro
Varietal: Bourbon, Pacas
Processing: Natural
Altitude: 1300 MASL
Brewing recipe
20.5g ground coffee / 42g out / 25-29 seconds
Packaging
* Cans come with a lid so you can reseal them after opening
* Bags are made from RecycleMe paper so they can be recycled with normal paper
Roast Level:
* Medium