El Salvador San Andres SL28 Natural

THE NEW HARVEST FROM THE MAGANÀ FAMILY IS FINALLY HERE!

This is a micro lot of 240 kilos from the Magaña family and the variety SL28. The variety - which is originally from Kenya - was planted on their farm San Andres 3 years ago. The trees are now giving harvest for the first time. The coffee has been hand-picked over two days, the first time in March and the second in April. The coffee has then been allowed to dry in its own berry under the open sun for three days, before being moved to the shade for a three-week slow drying.

The method gives a coffee with mellow fruit and chocolate sweetness in the flavour. There are also fine notes of dried tropical fruit. The Magaña family have their farms in the Apaneca region and look after them with great care and sensitivity. We have known Angel and his family for more than 15 years and buy their entire harvest. The family has a great commitment to both the environment and quality, always striving to be a little better every year. The philosophy is about growing and producing coffee in harmony with nature, a deep care for the balance of the soil and the ecosystem. Their farm is home to a variety of birds and other animals.