Villa Galicia

This natural Red and Yellow Bourbon from Villa Galicia, El Salvador, is the work of producer Mauricio Salaverria – a master of micro-lots and post-harvest precision. Grown at 1550 metres in the volcanic soils of the Apaneca–Ilamatepec mountains, the cherries are shade-dried for over 25 days, revealing tropical sweetness and layered complexity.

Notes of pineapple, chamomile, and speculaas make this lively, complex cup unforgettable. What makes it even more remarkable? It arrived at Keen by sailing ship – a low-carbon, wind-powered journey that preserves both flavour and the planet.

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Roast

Espresso

Weight

250 grams
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Supply chain

Villa Galicia – Belco – Keen Coffee

Details

Origin: Apaneca Ilamatepec, El Salvador
Farm: Villa Galicia
Producer: Mauricio Salaverria
Varietal: Red bourbon, Yellow Bourbon, Red Caturra
Altitude: 1550 MASL
Process: Natural
Flavour notes: Pineapple, Chamomile, Speculaas

Coordinates

13°52’31.7″N 89°51’15.8″W

Collaboration

Villa Galicia is one of several farms run by Mauricio Salaverria, a respected innovator in El Salvador’s specialty coffee scene. Nestled in the Apaneca–Ilamatepec mountain range, the farm sits at 1550 masl on rich volcanic soil, an area known for its biodiversity and fertile microclimates. Mauricio’s deep expertise shines in his meticulous natural process: only peak-ripeness cherries are harvested, rested in jute bags for a day, floated to remove defects, and then shade-dried on raised beds for over 25 days. The result is a cup full of tropical fruit notes, clarity, and sweetness.

This lot traveled from El Salvador to Europe by sailing ship – a sustainable transport method that dramatically reduces CO2 emissions, eliminates fuel dependency, and preserves cup quality with ventilated, temperature-controlled holds. Partnering with producers and importers who share our environmental commitment allows us to deliver exceptional coffee with a lighter footprint. Villa Galicia embodies that ideal: flavour innovation, craftsmanship, and care for the planet in every step of its journey.