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Chichontepec lies on the slopes of the lone San Vicente volcano (also called Chichontepec) in central El Salvador.
Chichontepec lies on the slopes of the lone San Vicente volcano (also called Chichontepec) in central El Salvador.
Its volcanic soil nurtures a rich, mellow sweetness of milk chocolate, nuts and caramel.Being a single peak gives it a coherent, well-defined growing area.
Chichontepec has the distinctive geography of the lone San Vicente volcano rising from the plain. Fertile volcanic soil and altitudes that shift with each slope give it a rich sweetness and a mellow mouthfeel. It is a compact region with a clear character.
With richness and sweetness as its strengths, a straightforward medium roast is ideal. Free of off-notes and easy to drink, it works black or with milk.
Draws out the Bourbon variety’s sweetness and silky mouthfeel.
Concentrates the chocolate and citrus flavors.
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