Las Laderas

For the fourth season we are delighted to share coffee produced by Fernando Lima, a vastly experienced producer who is central to our sourcing in El Salvador. Sweetness forward and beautifully balanced, this is a clean, satisfying lot with a comforting profile of caramel and orange.

Located on the slopes of Santa Ana volcano, Las Laderas benefits from rich volcanic soil and some of the highest altitude in El Salvador. In 2006, following the eruption of Santa Ana, Fernando took the opportunity to stop the use of pesticides and fertilisers, to replant shade trees with native species and to renew older coffee trees. Of its 60 hectares, Las Laderas dedicates over a third to the protection of natural virgin forests. After harvesting, this yellow caturra lot was pulped, washed and then dried on patios at Fernando’s own mill, Los Balcanes. 

Fernando Lima is a producer with a legendary reputation for high quality production, as proven by the record number of Cup of Excellence wins throughout his career. It was our pleasure to visit the Lima family last year and Fernando’s commitment to quality, sustainable farming and developing long term, transparent partnerships are clear to see – we couldn’t be more grateful to be sharing his coffee once again this season.