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El Salvador Don Jaime[Medium-light roast]

Roasted by Kurasu

This coffee features a floral aroma with notes of plum, passion fruit, prune, and a chocolate-like sweetness.

El Salvador Don Jaime[Medium-light roast] — Kurasu
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From the roaster

Floral aroma, taste of plum, passion fruit and prune, chocolate-like sweetness and accompanying aftertaste.

Our first roasting day for this coffee: 2026/September/9(Wed)

*Please kindly note that any order that includes this product will not be shipped out until  2026/September/11(Fri.). 

*1kg packaging will be in our wholesale bags.

— Kurasu

Context

Produced by Don Jaime in El Salvador, this medium-light roast from Kurasu offers a complex profile defined by its distinct fruit-forward character. The cup presents a layered experience, balancing the tart brightness of plum and passion fruit with the deeper, concentrated sweetness of prune and a lingering chocolate-like finish.

When evaluating coffees with such diverse flavor profiles, it is helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better identify the nuances between stone fruit acidity and confectionary sweetness. While every harvest varies, El Salvadoran coffees are frequently celebrated for their balanced structure and approachable sweetness. This particular selection highlights the meticulous work of Don Jaime, showcasing how careful processing can elevate the inherent characteristics of the bean. Whether enjoyed as a pour-over or a standard drip, this coffee provides a clear window into the specific terroir and craftsmanship found within this renowned coffee-producing region.

Buy — $36.3 from Kurasu

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Frequently asked questions

What does El Salvador Don Jaime[Medium-light roast] taste like?

Expect tasting notes of plum, passion fruit, prune, and chocolate-like sweetness.

What roast level is El Salvador Don Jaime[Medium-light roast]?

It is roasted to a medium-light level.

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Last verified: October 14, 2026 · Browse all beans.