This is a Bourbon variety coffee from Finca Las Mercedes in El Salvador, specifically from the Cerro El Tigre region at 2000 meters altitude. The coffee is processed using the honey method. Las Mercedes has been operated by the Ortiz family for 5 generations since 1866 and won the Cup of Excellence El Salvador in 2006. The coffee offers tasting notes of clementine, caramel cremes, and Linzer cookie.
Origin
Santiago De María / Cerro El Tigre (Las Mercedes) (El Salvador)
Evan Inatome and his brother in law Winston Justice, a former Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle, founded Elixr Coffee in 2010 on Walnut Street in Center City Philadelphia. The roastery now operates seven locations across Philadelphia, State College, Nashville, and Philadelphia International Airport's Terminal B. Elixr specializes in lighter roasted coffees with a focus on sourcing quality, and holds Fair Trade and Organic certifications. The team's competitive record includes a second place finish at the 2018 U.S. Barista Championship and multiple top ten finishes at U.S. Roasting Championship events.
