SANAR EL SELVA
 
Pronunciation: [Sah-nar El Sel-vah]
Translation: Spanish for 'Heal the Jungle'
Origin: Las Isabellas, El Salvador  
 
The Flavour Profile:
Sanar El Selva is a lesson in subtlety and ecological harmony. It offers a gentle yet complex profile that champions sweetness and balance over aggressive acidity.
The Opening: The aroma is defined by a delicate citrus blossom note. On the palate the acidity is superbly understated and mild allowing the natural sugars to take precedence immediately.
The Body: The texture is rounded and smooth. The mid palate reveals the distinct stone fruit influence of the Pacamara varietal specifically the juicy sweetness of red plum.
The Finish: The experience resolves with a comforting depth. The fruit notes settle into a rich and lasting flavour of milk chocolate and cocoa butter.
 
The Science of the Bean:
This coffee represents the pinnacle of Salvadoran botany and sustainable hydrology management.
 
The Pacamara Hybrid: This lot features the famous Pacamara varietal which is a genetic cross between the Pacas and Maragogipe varieties created in El Salvador. These massive beans possess a unique cellular structure that traps complex aromatic compounds creating the signature creamy body and stone fruit profile.
Blue Harvest Hydrology: Sourced from the Las Isabellas farm this coffee is part of the Blue Harvest project. The farm protects natural springs and waterfalls ensuring that the water table is replenished rather than depleted. This distinct microclimate creates a humid environment that slows cherry maturation and increases sugar density.
Volcanic Terroir: Grown on the south face of the Cerron Grande of Apaneca at 1450 metres the soil is volcanic Andosol. This porous soil is rich in potassium which is essential for the formation of citric acids and sugars in the coffee cherry.
 
The Turquoise-browed Motmot:
The Torogoz is a creature of vibrant beauty that mirrors the flourishing ecosystem of the Las Isabellas farm.
 
The National Symbol: The Turquoise-browed Motmot is the national bird of El Salvador and a symbol of freedom as it cannot survive in captivity. Its presence on the farm is a bio-indicator of a healthy ecosystem proving that the 'Heal the Jungle' philosophy is effective.
Guardian of the Springs: This bird nests in limestone crevices and riverbanks. Its thriving population at Las Isabellas testifies to the preservation of the 175 acres of natural forest and springs that surround the coffee plantation.
 
Recommended for:
 
Deep sweet milk based drinks: The high sweetness score of 4/5 derived from the Bourbon varietal means this coffee pairs exceptionally well with dairy. The lactose in milk binds with the plum and chocolate notes to create a drink reminiscent of fruit and nut chocolate.
Rounded filter coffee: The lower acidity and medium body make this an ideal candidate for immersion brewing or flat bottom filters. These methods highlight the rounded mouthfeel and balance of the Pacamara bean without sharpening the delicate citrus notes into sourness.