Costa Rica Coffee Shop

Tarrazú Region

Location:

In the mid 19^th Century, inhabitants of the Central Valley migrated to the southwestern region, known today as Los Santos.  This region owes its name to the fact that its provinces were named after saints: San Pablo de León Cortés (Saint Paul), San Marcos de Tarrazú (Saint Mark), and Santa Maria de Dota. Cultivation is located between 1,200 meters (3,937 feet) and 1,900 meters (6,234 feet) at altitudes and in conditions ideal for coffee.  The soil is primarily of sedimentary origin, thus making its components acidic

Harvest:

Harvesting is a five month period, from November through March.  It coincides with the dry season, which offers uniform ripeness and a high quality fruit.  The dry season also allows the use of the sun for adequate patio drying. 

Organoleptic properties:

The combination of altitude, climate and the variety cultivated give this coffee organoleptic qualities which are highly appreciated by the most demanding markets in the world.  Good body, a highly acidic cup of fine, non-sharp taste, excellent aroma and an intense, subtle chocolate flavor.