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Producer Antonio Rene Aguilar Lemus inherited La Montañita during the 1980´s from his father, who had owned the farm for more than 65 years
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This farm consistently produces outstanding coffees, coming in at 6th place in the 2012 El Salvador Cup of Excellence, and taking 2nd place in 2006
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The farm is situated in the northern department of Chalatenango ( Cha-la-tay-naan-go) a location well known for excellent weather conditions, which allow the bean to obtain remarkable and unique flavors
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Since this region is a sanctuary for many animal species, producer Antonio René does not allow hunting on the property, nor use herbicides
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Instead, he uses organic fertilizers such as chicken manure and coffee pulp, and relies on nature for insect control
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Pulp Natural with tasting notes of juicy Washington strawberries and lemon citrus, in this processing method, the coffee cherry is pulped to remove the outer skin
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Instead of removing the fruity mucilage, the coffee is laid out to dry in the sun with the fruit clinging to the parchment layer, pulp natural coffees tend to have more body and less acidity
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Hand roasted in Seattle, WA
Shipping Note: Eligible for shipping to all 50 states