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Washed · Light/Medium

Standing on the Moon

Roasted by Passion House Coffee

This coffee from the mountains of El Salvador offers a glorious taste.

Standing on the Moon — Passion House Coffee
Image: courtesy of Passion House Coffee
TangerineCacaoDatesNougat

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From the mountains of El Salvador, a glorious taste oh so true...

TECHNICAL:

Origin: El Salvador Tasting Notes: Tangerine, Cacao, Dates, Nougat

Region: Chalchuapa, Santa Ana

Process: Washed

 Farm/Mill: Multiple Small Farmers

 Variety: Bourbon, Caturra, Pacas, Pacamara

Altitude: 5,032 ft

Name Inspiration: "Standing on the Moon", by Grateful Dead

Roast Profile: Light/Medium

MUSIC INSPIRATION:

— Passion House Coffee

Context

Produced by multiple small farmers in the Chalchuapa region of Santa Ana, El Salvador, Standing on the Moon is a washed-process coffee from Passion House Coffee. This lot features the Bourbon varietal, a plant historically significant for its balance and sweetness. Grown at 1534 masl, the coffee undergoes a washed processing method, which typically emphasizes the inherent clarity and acidity of the bean.

In the cup, this selection presents a profile defined by tangerine, cacao, dates, and nougat. While these specific notes reflect the character of this particular harvest, drinkers can use the flavor wheel to further explore how these descriptors relate to broader sensory categories. By focusing on the traditional Bourbon profile and the precision of the washed process, this offering highlights the collaborative efforts of the smallholder farmers in Santa Ana.

Buy — $24 from Passion House Coffee

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Frequently asked questions

What does Standing on the Moon taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Tangerine, Cacao, Dates, and Nougat.

How is Standing on the Moon processed?

Standing on the Moon uses the Washed process.

What roast level is Standing on the Moon?

It is roasted to a light/medium level.

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