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El Salvador Sugar Maples

Roasted by Red Rooster Coffee Roaster

The Sugar Maples is a rustic coffee farm owned by Roxana Yamileth Zelaya Guardado that cultivates apple trees and native plants.

El Salvador Sugar Maples — Red Rooster Coffee Roaster
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Blackberry CompoteStrawberry HoneyDark Chocolate Mousse

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The Sugar Maples , a rustic coffee farm owned by Roxana Yamileth Zelaya Guardado, is home to cultivated apple trees and a wide variety of native trees and plants. Roxana employs eight workers and especially enjoys working with young farmers, teaching them about coffee production and responsibility. Tasting Notes Blackberry Compote Strawberry Honey Dark Chocolate Mousse

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Context

Produced by Roxana Yamileth Zelaya Guardado, the El Salvador Sugar Maples lot represents the distinct terroir of its origin. This selection is brought to market by Red Rooster Coffee Roaster, a company known for its meticulous approach to sourcing and roasting. When evaluating coffees with profiles like blackberry compote, strawberry honey, and dark chocolate mousse, enthusiasts often find it helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better categorize the complex interplay between fruit-forward acidity and deep, cocoa-toned sweetness.

While every harvest carries the unique signature of its producer, coffees from El Salvador are frequently celebrated for their balanced structure and versatility. By highlighting the specific contributions of producers like Zelaya Guardado, this coffee offers a clear window into the regional characteristics of the country. Whether enjoyed as a pour-over or a structured espresso, the profile invites a nuanced exploration of how specific processing and cultivation techniques influence the final cup.

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Frequently asked questions

What does El Salvador Sugar Maples taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Blackberry Compote, Strawberry Honey, and Dark Chocolate Mousse.

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