El Borbollon, Washed

Dark honeycomb, caramel & citrus oil.

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Established in 1985 within the fertile highlands of the Santa Ava Volcano, the El Borbollon farm runs six generations deep from the expertise of the Alvarez family. With eyes set on traceability and corporate social responsibility, these farmers are committed to reforming the environmental and social issues in the region. Stretching back 130 years ago with seedlings planted by Rafael Alvarez Lalinde brought from Colombia, the coffee grown here today are a testament to the family's quality-driven philosophy. Alongside diligent hard work and great farm management, the Alvarez family have long played a part in community welfare including fighting malnutrition among children in regional areas, operating a health clinic to provide advice and education and equipping children on farms with free schooling.

--- Suggested Recipe ~~~ In: 22g Out: 44g Time: 30sec Temp: 94.5°C

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Downloadable Files

El Borbollon Washed Coffee Card (A6)

El Borbollon Washed Origin Photo 1

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Produced by the Alvarez family in the Santa Ana Volcano region of El Salvador, this washed coffee from Five Senses highlights the classic profile of the country’s high-quality output. The washed process, which involves removing the fruit flesh before drying, typically results in a clean, bright cup that emphasizes the inherent characteristics of the bean. You can learn more about how this technique influences the final profile in our processing methods explainer.

In the cup, this selection presents a structured sweetness defined by notes of dark honeycomb and caramel, balanced by a distinct citrus oil finish. These descriptors align with the broader categories found on our flavor wheel, which helps identify the nuanced layers often found in Central American coffees. By focusing on traditional cultivation and careful processing, the Alvarez family continues to showcase the consistent, approachable quality that has long defined the Santa Ana region.