Mauricio Salaverria - Filter

Behind this coffee is Mauricio Sallaveria, a passionate producer renowned for his mastery of post-harvest processes. His high level of expertise allows him to offer a wide range of profiles, skillfully juggling varieties and processes.

Located in western El Salvador, the Cordillera de Apaneca is considered the birthplace of Salvadoran coffee, as it was probably here that the first coffee tree was planted in the 19th century. Today, it remains the largest producing area in the country, with altitudes reaching 2,400 meters and terroirs renowned worldwide for the quality of their coffees. Many producers from the region have won international competitions.

The Apaneca Mountains are also a volcanic range marked by numerous craters and the Ilamatepec volcano, one of the most active in the country. The most common varieties are Bourbon (64%) and Pacas (26%).