INSPIRATION DAY 21

When first tasting this coffee, we were taken by its full and balanced profile. Expect sweet notes of stone fruit, molasses, dark chocolate, and vanilla. The Red Honey processing delivers elegant texture and rounded sweetness.

Corazón de Jesús is situated in the shadow of the Chirripó mountain. The highest peak in Costa Rica was named as the ‘land of eternal waters’ in the indigenous language, reflecting the bountiful lakes which contribute to a unique terroir. Coffee from the Brunca region has seen amazing improvements in recent years. The Alvarado family have prioritised the production of speciality coffee beans, experimenting with the best possible combinations of cultivar and process.

The farm is part of the Bandera Azul program, an organisation that encourages sustainable production through better farming practices, environmental conservation, and responsible water management. Our lot was grown at their El Salitre Plot. Located at 1800 meters, it benefits from rich soil and weather conditions.

This lot was processed in Red Honey style. Once picked, the outside skin is removed but the layer of fruity mucilage remains. As the beans dry, the mucilage helps impact depth and complexity, but careful attention is required to avoid over-fermentation or the development of mould.