Bulk Cacao Beans - Salitral Variety (5kg)

Source: Co-operative

Region: Northwest coast, hot semi-arid climate, Peru

Department: Piura

Elevation: 1000-400m

Yearly Rainfall: ~1800mm (72 inches)

Genetics: Native Piura Criollos

Harvest Season: Feb - May (major); Sept - Nov (minor)

Tasting Notes: Fruity and citrus: tangerine/raspberry to nutty. Mild panela notes. Medium acidity. 

Fermentation Style: 6-7 days in Tornillo hardwood boxes; daily bean rotation after first 2 days.

Drying Style: 6-8 days – Sun then shade dried. On tarps and mesh drying shelves.

 

To learn more, visit our bean varieties page.

Net weight: 11 lbs (5 kg)

Packaging: Delivered in cardboard boxes