El Salvador Atiquizaya Castillo (Medium)

El Salvador Atiquizaya Castillo, grown at Finca Miravalles in the lush Apaneca-Ilamatepec mountain range, brings a fresh perspective to a resilient coffee variety. At elevations between 1,250 and 1,550 meters, the farm’s careful cultivation and processing draw out a cup that balances caramel sweetness with nutty depth and a gentle herbal lift.

Origin Details:

• Variety: Castillo (modern hybrid developed in Colombia)

• Elevation: ~1,250–1,550 meters above sea level

• Region: Atiquizaya, Apaneca, Ahuachapán (Apaneca-Ilamatepec mountain region), El Salvador

• Processing Method: Wet Process (Washed), sun-dried on patios

• Farm Practices: Family-run Finca Miravalles (Luis Duarte & Tete Chacón, managed with Luis Jr.), with cultivar segregation and dedicated harvesting/processing for distinct varieties, renovation of original Bourbon and Pacas alongside hybrids

Tasting Notes:

This Castillo showcases bittersweet flavors balanced by savory nutty tones and green herbal accents. The dry fragrance hints at cocoa and almond, while wet aroma reveals complex herbal sweetness akin to Manuka honey and dark chocolate brownie. In the cup, there’s raw sugar, herbal nuances, and nut-forward character—with flavor notes such as almond torrone, caramel, lemongrass, and roasted barley tea.

Why You’ll Love It:

✔ A nuanced hybrid (Castillo) that defies expectations with complex, bittersweet and herbal aromas

✔ Flexible across roast levels - from herbal-sweet lighter profiles to decadent dark chocolate depth

✔ Exceptional for espresso(yields creamy truffle notes and bright sage-lemon insights)

✔ Thoughtfully produced with fully segregated cultivar and processing practices, honoring origin and quality