Buena Vista #1 is a naturally processed coffee from Ahuachapán, El Salvador, grown in the Buena Vista tablon of Finca El Molino, owned by the Salaverria family. Roasted in-house at Handpickers, this espresso profile highlights its jammy sweetness and layered aromatic character. Expect notes of red berry cordial, apricot, and soft herbal undertones in a well-balanced cup.
Roasting Date: 2026-03-27
Variety:
Red Bourbon 
Origin: El Salvador
Region: Santa Ana
Process: Natural
Cupping Score By Q-Grader: 87
Crop Year: 2025
Finca El Molino, home to the Buena Vista block, stands as one of the emblematic estates of the Salaverria family in the iconic region of Santa Ana, El Salvador. At altitudes between 1,400–1,700 meters, this farm benefits from volcanic soils, cool microclimates, and deeply rooted coffee tradition. With decades of experience and a relentless drive for innovation, the Salaverria family has elevated coffee cultivation into an art form — and Buena Vista #1 is a testament to that legacy. This specific lot, a natural-processed Bourbon, was hand-harvested at peak ripeness and dried slowly on patios to concentrate its sugars and preserve its bold, jammy character. The natural method brings out intense notes of red berry cordial, winey acidity, and soft herbal undertones — resulting in a complex, syrupy espresso that dances on the palate. The attention to detail at every stage — from harvest to drying — speaks to the deep craftsmanship behind this coffee. At Handpickers, we chose Buena Vista #1 not just for its striking flavor, but for the story it carries — of resilience, precision, and legacy. We roast it to highlight the layered sweetness and sparkling acidity, aiming to share the producer’s work with clarity and integrity. This is not just a coffee — it is a statement. A vibrant, expressive cup that honors the land, the people, and the craft behind it.
This naturally processed espresso offers fruity intensity and a long finish. Perfect for straight shots or small milk drinks.
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Grown in Santa Ana at 1,400–1,700 masl. Fully ripe cherries handpicked.
Natural process. Cherries patio-dried slowly for optimal development.
Patio drying for consistency. Hand sorting for quality separation.
Coffee stabilized to 10.5–11% moisture.
Roasted in-house by Handpickers for espresso. Lighttell: 68. Best rested 20 days before use.
