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Archive: El Salvador Benjamin Garcia

Roasted by Verve Coffee Roasters

This washed Pacamara offers a vibrant, clean, and citric cup with notes of tangerine, lemongrass, and raw sugar.

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Archive: El Salvador Benjamin Garcia — Verve Coffee Roasters
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TangerineLemongrassRaw Sugar

From the roaster

This washed Pacamara opens with bright Tangerine and crisp Lemongrass, balanced by the sweetness of Raw Sugar. Each sip is clean, citric, and layered, offering a vibrant cup that remains lively and engaging from hot to cool.

— Verve Coffee Roasters

Context

The Archive: El Salvador Benjamin Garcia, sourced by Verve Coffee Roasters, highlights the distinct character of the Pacamara varietal. Known for its large bean size and complex profile, this cultivar often bridges the gap between deep sweetness and vibrant acidity. In this specific lot, producer Benjamin Garcia utilizes a washed process, a method typically employed to emphasize clarity and highlight the inherent brightness of the coffee cherry.

The resulting cup features notes of tangerine, lemongrass, and raw sugar. While these descriptors provide a snapshot of the experience, the interplay of citrus and sugar-like sweetness is a hallmark of well-executed washed coffees. To better understand how these specific attributes fit into the broader spectrum of coffee profiles, you can reference the flavor wheel. This selection serves as a refined example of how careful cultivation and traditional processing can elevate the unique genetic potential of the Pacamara plant.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Archive: El Salvador Benjamin Garcia taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Tangerine, Lemongrass, and Raw Sugar.

How is Archive: El Salvador Benjamin Garcia processed?

Archive: El Salvador Benjamin Garcia uses the Washed process.

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