El Salvador Ahuachapan

El Salvador Ahuachapan BCT Select Washed is a full-bodied medium roast that highlights balanced sweetness, a creamy body, and the clean, refined profile that classic Salvadoran coffees are known for. Grown on the volcanic slopes of the Apaneca-Ilamatepec mountain range, this washed lot delivers a smooth, approachable cup with layered notes of caramel, toasted nuts, and milk chocolate.

Origin Details:

• Varieties: Red Bourbon, Pacas, and Cuscatleco

• Region: Ahuachapan, Apaneca-Ilamatepec, El Salvador

• Elevation: ~1,200 meters above sea level

• Processing Method: Washed

• Growing Area: Volcanic slopes within the Ilamatepec mountain range

Tasting Notes:

At medium roast, this coffee opens with soft caramel sweetness and subtle fruit brightness, evolving into toasted almond, brown sugar, and milk chocolate as the cup develops. The washed process keeps the profile exceptionally clean and balanced, while the medium roast brings a rounded body and smooth finish with low-to-moderate acidity.

Why You’ll Love It:

✔ Smooth and balanced - easy to enjoy every day

✔ Classic Central American profile with clean sweetness and structure

✔ Chocolate-forward with toasted nut and caramel notes

✔ Versatile across brew methods, from drip to espresso

✔ Comforting and approachable while still offering layered complexity