El Salvador Unicorn – Pacamara Fermented (Chalatenango, El Salvador)

This coffee isn’t just a cup — it’s an experience. If you’re chasing that unforgettable, head-turning moment, Unicorn is here to deliver.

Exploding with juicy watermelon and a chardonnay-like brightness, this Pacamara is silky, vibrant, and unlike anything else. Raul Rivera and his Santa Rosa farm are pushing boundaries with careful fermentation, creating a cup that feels both electric and elegant. This is the kind of coffee that changes your expectations forever. Straight fire.

• Flavor: Watermelon, Chardonnay

• Grower: Raul Rivera

• Farm: Santa Rosa

• Region: Chalatenango, El Salvador

• Altitude: 1,600 m (5,250 ft)

• Varietal: Pacamara

• Process: Fermented

• Accolades: Cup of Excellence First Place (4x)

The El Salvador Unicorn, sourced from producer Raul Rivera in the Chalatenango region, represents a distinct expression of the Pacamara varietal. Cultivated at 1600 masl, this lot is processed using a specific fermentation technique, a practice that often influences the final cup profile by highlighting unique acidity and sweetness. While processing methods vary widely across the industry, fermented lots are frequently sought after for their ability to amplify complex, fruit-forward characteristics.

Roasted by Triple Coffee Co., this coffee presents tasting notes of watermelon and Chardonnay. When evaluating such nuanced profiles, enthusiasts often consult a flavor wheel to better identify the subtle interplay between the varietal’s inherent structure and the impact of the fermentation process. This specific offering from El Salvador serves as a compelling example of how regional terroir and intentional post-harvest handling converge to create a memorable sensory experience.