El Martillo

El Martillo is one of Jose Antonio Salaverria’s highest farms, situated at 1700masl in the rolling hills surrounding the Santa Ana Volcano. For this particular lot, the cherries are de-pulped, removing the surrounding fruit flesh from the beans. The beans are then soaked for 10 hours to allow a mild fermentation that helps remove any excess fruit, helping to make a cleaner, more transparent cup. The beans are then dried under shade on clay patios, the shade helps to maintain a more even temperature and a slower drying period. This gives more elegance and clarity, offering a clean, balanced and easy drinking experience, perfect for all brewing methods.

Produced by Jose Antonio Salaverria, El Martillo originates from the slopes of the Santa Ana Volcano in El Salvador. This specific lot is grown at 1700 masl and undergoes a washed process, a technique often favored for highlighting the inherent clarity and acidity of the bean. You can learn more about how different techniques impact the final cup in our processing methods explainer.

Sourced by Bonanza Coffee Roasters, this coffee reflects the distinct terroir of the Santa Ana region. While washed coffees are generally celebrated for their clean, crisp profiles and vibrant acidity, the specific nuances of any single origin are best explored by referencing our flavor wheel. By understanding the intersection of high-altitude cultivation and meticulous post-harvest handling, one can better appreciate the technical precision required to produce a balanced cup from this renowned Salvadoran estate.