El Salvador - Dry Cascara

Cascara Tea | Cherry & Hibiscus | CMI

The hidden gem of coffee. Dried coffee cherry pulp from El Salvador, offering a sweet, tea-like infusion with vibrant notes of hibiscus, rosehip, and red fruits.

The Origin Story: Cascara Tea

Introducing Cascara Tea, a unique and ancient beverage often referred to as Coffee Cherry Tea. This exceptional lot is sourced from the Divisadero farm in El Salvador, renowned for its commitment to quality not just in the bean, but in the pulp as well. Divisadero farm meticulously harvests and dries the fruit skin (the Dried Coffee Pulp) after removing the bean, ensuring maximum hygiene and preservation of the intense, naturally sweet flavor. This provides a robust and Healthy Infusion that is rich in antioxidants.

Product Identity

Processing Philosophy

Since this is not a roasted product, the profile focuses on drying and preservation. The Cascara Tea is carefully sun-dried to a specific moisture level to lock in the Rich Red Flavors and preserve the delicate sugars, ensuring optimal extraction and a clean, vibrant cup without any bitterness. This process creates a clean, sweet, and healthy infusion.

Sensory Profile Deep Dive

This infusion offers a refreshing, fruit-forward experience that defies the typical bitterness of tea.

• Aroma: A delicate, sweet aroma of Dried Cherry, Hibiscus, and warm spice upon preparation.
• Body: A light to medium, clean body, similar to a quality herbal tea, with a smooth and transparent texture.
• Acidity: Medium, bright, and clean fruit acidity, resembling Rosehip or dried apple.
• Notes: Dominant notes of sweet, concentrated Cherry, floral Hibiscus, and the subtle sweetness of dried Red fruits.
• Finish: A clean, sweet, and incredibly refreshing finish that leaves a pleasant, lingering red fruit sensation.

Storage Advice (Expert Tip)

Unlike roasted coffee, Cascara Tea does not require degassing. However, we recommend storing the Dried Coffee Pulp in an airtight container away from direct light to maintain its optimal moisture and flavor integrity for the best possible infusion.

Brewing Guide

This infusion is best prepared using a high water temperature. Our recommended starting recipe:

• Ratio: 1:50 (5g Cascara / 250ml water)
• Temperature: 96°C
• Steep Time: 4-6 minutes

For precise measurement, use a scale from our Coffee Accessories collection.

Discover the flavorful secret of the coffee cherry. This El Salvador Cascara from Divisadero farm delivers stunning rich red flavors and makes for a fantastic healthy infusion. Explore more exotic origins in our Specialty Coffee Beans collection.