FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

All of our coffee is grown in the highlands of Apaneca, El Salvador at Finca Las Lomas, a family-owned coffee farm managed by my brother. This land has been in our family for generations, and today, Forever Thirsty is proud to source directly from it—no brokers, no middlemen, just real family-grown coffee.

Yes. While we do not yet carry USDA certification, our beans are organically grown using natural, chemical-free farming practices. The farm relies on traditional methods—no pesticides, no synthetic fertilizers—just sun, rain, and rich volcanic soil.

Both!

• Our roasted coffee is roasted and packaged in El Salvador, then shipped directly to San Diego and across the U.S.
• We also offer green coffee beans (unroasted) for home roasters, cafés, or anyone looking to buy in bulk or by the sack.

You’ll find both options clearly labeled on each product page.

Absolutely. We offer green coffee in full 69kg sacks or smaller bulk quantities. This is ideal for roasters, cafés, or serious home enthusiasts. Check our Wholesale page or Contact us for pricing and availability.

Our roasted coffee is freshly roasted at origin in El Salvador, often within days of export. We package immediately after roasting to preserve freshness and flavor during shipment to the U.S.

Yes—we ship roasted and green coffee across the United States. Local delivery in San Diego may be available on request. International shipping is not yet available.

No—we’re intentionally small. Forever Thirsty is a veteran-owned, family-run coffee company. Our scale allows us to focus on direct sourcing, quality control, and customer relationships—not mass distribution.

Yes. Our beans are grown at elevations of 1,300–1,600 meters, handpicked at peak ripeness, and sun-dried. We focus on premium varietals like Bourbon, Pacamara, and Caturra Amarillo. Every roast is carefully profiled to highlight the origin’s natural flavor.

We currently offer:

• Medium Roast – balanced, bright, and smooth
• Dark Roast – bolder, with rich chocolate and toasted notes

More roast profiles may be available in future releases.

Many of our coffees are certified organic and fair trade. Look for the certification badges on individual product pages.

Not necessarily. Caffeine content doesn’t change much during roasting. In fact, light roasts tend to have slightly more caffeine by volume (because the beans are denser), but the difference is small.
Go with the roast that fits your flavor preference!

Yes! Great coffee starts with great technique.
Here are a few basic brewing tips:

• Use fresh, filtered water
• Grind just before brewing if possible
• Use 2 tablespoons of coffee for every 6 ounces of water
• For pour-over or French press, stick with medium to coarse grind
• For espresso or moka pot, use fine grind

Looking for the full guide? Check out our Brewing Tips on the Blog (coming soon!)

Keep it in an airtight container, away from light, heat, and moisture. No fridge or freezer—just a cool, dry pantry will do.

If anything’s not right with your order, we’ll make it right. Just contact us through our Contact page, and we’ll follow up personally.

Reach us via email, phone, or live chat. Our customer service team is available Monday-Friday 9AM-6PM EST to help with any questions.