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El Salvador Santa Rosa

Roasted by Onyx Coffee Lab

This deeply sweet washed coffee from the Chalatenango Mountains features complex notes of grape and rose.

El Salvador Santa Rosa — Onyx Coffee Lab
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From the roaster

This deeply sweet washed coffee from the Chalatenango Mountains comes from Finca Santa Rosa, owned and operated by our good friend Jorge Raul Rivera. Grape and rose lead the cup, opening into a layered and complex profile that has made Santa Rosa a standout in our coffee lineup.

— Onyx Coffee Lab

Context

Produced by Jorge Raul Rivera in the Chalatenango Mountains, the El Salvador Santa Rosa represents a classic expression of high-quality regional cultivation. This lot is processed using the washed method, a technique that typically emphasizes a coffee’s inherent acidity and clean finish by removing the fruit pulp before drying. You can learn more about how these processing methods influence the final cup profile in our guide.

Roasted by Onyx Coffee Lab, this selection is characterized by distinct notes of grape and rose. These descriptors highlight the delicate balance often found in Salvadoran coffees, which frequently bridge the gap between bright fruitiness and floral elegance. To better understand how these specific sensory attributes are categorized within the industry, we recommend consulting our flavor wheel. By focusing on the clarity provided by the washed process, this coffee offers a refined experience that showcases the meticulous work of the producer.

Buy — $9.5 from Onyx Coffee Lab

In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

What does El Salvador Santa Rosa taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Grape and rose.

How is El Salvador Santa Rosa processed?

El Salvador Santa Rosa uses the Washed process.

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