El Salvador
El Salvador El Borbollon
El Salvador El Borbollon
83.5
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Washed / Wet
Red Bourbon
1300 - 1400
Regular
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What to Expect
A washed Red Bourbon from the slopes of Santa Ana Volcano that sits comfortably in the middle ground. Forge Valley Roasters have coaxed out stone fruit brightness and citrus lift, then anchored it with dark chocolate and cashew sweetness.
The Cup
Medium body with a silky, approachable mouthfeel. The acidity is present but not aggressive—think malic brightness rather than sharp citric punch. Clean through and through, as you'd expect from a well-executed washed process. No funk, no surprises, just honest Salvadoran character: stone fruit and citrus on the front, chocolate and nut on the finish.
Who This Is For
Daily drinkers who want something more interesting than supermarket coffee but don't need every cup to be an event. This is reliable, balanced, and easy to dial in across methods.
If you're chasing high-altitude florals or experimental fermentation fireworks, this won't deliver that intensity.
Best for: Filter drinkers who value balance and consistency over complexity.
How to Brew This Coffee
A V60 will give you the cleanest expression of those stone fruit and citrus notes, letting the washed process clarity shine. Filter methods work beautifully for the same reason—straightforward extraction, balanced results. The Aeropress is your friend if you want a bit more body while keeping that chocolate-cashew sweetness front and centre.
El Salvador
El Salvador El Borbollon
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Description from Roaster
The El Salvador El Borbollon Coffee Story We typically favour Natural processed coffees here at Forge Valley Roasters but we couldn't resist this exceptional lot which is a Washed process coffee, the result of a collaborative effort by the esteemed Alvarez family and Luis Rod...Description from Roaster
The El Salvador El Borbollon Coffee Story
We typically favour Natural processed coffees here at Forge Valley Roasters but we couldn't resist this exceptional lot which is a Washed process coffee, the result of a collaborative effort by the esteemed Alvarez family and Luis Rodriguez, the head cupper at the renowned El Borbollon mill. Sourced from a collection of 19 Rainforest Alliance (RFA) certified farms located across the Apaneca Ilamatepec Mountain Range, primarily on the slopes of the Santa Ana Volcano, this coffee represents the best of the region's terroir and sustainable practices.
Cultivated at moderate altitudes, this washed Red Bourbon delivers a beautifully balanced and comforting profile. Expect a bright lift of stone fruits and refreshing citrus, quickly balanced by deep, anchoring notes of dark chocolate and smooth cashew nuttiness. This is a versatile and elegant cup perfect for daily enjoyment however you choose to brew your coffee!
This description comes from Forge Valley Roasters, who roasts this coffee. For the fullest product detail, you can also see their own listing at Forge Valley Roasters
Ways to Brew
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V60
A curated selection for pour-over precision, chosen for the clarity the V60 rewards. We analyse each coffee for the vibrant acidity and complex, well-defined flavour that this method articulates so well, giving you bright, expressive single origins and blends that reveal every note when you dial in your pour. Ready to brew? Read how to brew with a V60.
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Filter
Coffees curated for batch and pour-over filter brewing, assessed individually for the qualities this gentle, even extraction brings out. These are beans with the transparency and layered flavour that filter is loved for, chosen for their brightness and balance to deliver a clean, easy-drinking pot every time. For technique and ratios, read how to brew filter coffee.
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Aeropress
A curated range of coffees suited to the Aeropress, selected on their own merits through our attribute analysis. We look for the clarity and balance this fast, pressure-assisted method rewards, so whether you brew short and concentrated or long and clean, each bean here is chosen to give you a bright, well-defined cup. Want to get the most from yours? See our Aeropress brewing guide.
Forge Valley Roasters
Forge Valley Roasters was founded in 2023 by Chris and Tash in North Yorkshire, growing from humble cottage beginnings into a speciality coffee roastery rooted in the landscapes and communities of the North York Moors and Scarborough. Their journey began over 15 years ago and has taken them across the Atlantic and back, ultimately leading them to establish a home and purpose on the North East coast of England. Starting with a small Cormorant roaster in their kitchen and selling at local markets, they gradually built a micro roastery on the grounds of their cottage and expanded into vibrant community spaces, including the Dawnay Estate. Through continuous learning, experimentation, and a deep commitment to craft, they have developed a hands-on approach to roasting that reflects both technical precision and genuine Yorkshire hospitality, supported throughout by a strong and loyal local community.
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