EL SALVADOR

SWEET SOUR CANDY

Tasting Notes: Green Apple | Toasted Sugar | Pomegranate
Process: Natural
Variety: Pacamara
Region: Metapán, El Salvador
Altitude: 1,600–1,700 MASL
Producer: Metapán Small Farmer Project, led by Alejandro Valiente

Story

Grown in the lush highlands of Metapán, this vibrant Pacamara comes from the Metapán Small Farmer Project, founded by fourth-generation producer Alejandro Valiente. After years spent refining his craft across Central America, Alejandro returned home to empower local farmers and elevate the coffees of his community.

Through his Socios de Cosecha (Harvest Partners) initiative, 67 small producers now share access to improved processing techniques, solar-powered milling, and an on-site cupping lab, ensuring traceability and exceptional quality in every lot.

This naturally processed Pacamara bursts with sour candy sweetness, opening with notes of tart Granny Smith apple and Pomegranate, finishing in a rounded Toasted Sugar. Candy Drop is a joyful expression of El Salvador’s innovation, community, and sweetness in every sense.