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Medium Roast

Medium Roast

4.8 (4)

A roast guided by balance, patience, and the rhythm of the mountains.

At 5,000 feet in the hills of El Salvador, balance begins long before the roast. Cherries are selectively harvested at peak ripeness, washed, and roasted to create a natural sense of harmony and depth. Grown by local families in El Arco, Ataco, this coffee reflects a thoughtful meeting point between tradition and craft.

  • Origin: El Arco, El Salvador
  • Altitude: 5,000 ft above sea level
  • Process: Washed
  • Roast date: roasted until purchase

Preparation

Quantity:
1

$24.00

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From seed to cup

Each harvest is shaped with care for the land and respect for the craft. From cultivation to roasting, every step is guided by patience, tradition, and a commitment to expressing the character of the origin.

Selection & cultivation

We grow resilient coffee varieties in shade-rich mountain plots, allowing cherries to ripen slowly and develop their natural character.

Washed fermentation

After harvest, the coffee is carefully washed and fermented to bring clarity and balance while preserving the integrity of the bean.

Slow drying

After harvest, the coffee is carefully washed and fermented to bring clarity and balance while preserving the integrity of the bean.

Profiled roasting

Each lot is roasted in small batches and only after your order is placed, ensuring the coffee reaches you at its freshest while preserving the depth and balance developed during roasting.

Where this coffee is grown

In the mountains of western El Salvador, high elevation, cool nights, and rich volcanic soils create the conditions where our coffee thrives.

Map of coffee farm location

Region

El Salvador

Altitude range

1,200 - 1,600 mt

Harvest

October – February

Climate

Cool nights, misty mornings

Customer reviews

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Marce V

24/08/26

My new favorite!!

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Sabrina E

15/08/26

Really smooth and balanced, and it tastes great with just a little milk

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Alex F

14/08/26

I wasn’t sure which roast to get so I went with the medium. Definitely happy with it. Good flavor without being too strong

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Josh B

08/08/26

Pretty good coffee, first cup I made was a bit strong but then I found the right mix