Rainforests, volcanoes, and exceptional micro-lot coffees define Costa Rica. The Tarrazu and West Valley regions produce honey-processed beans prized by specialty roasters worldwide.
Specialty coffee guide — 10 cafés in 1 cities
San Vito, Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Tarrazú, Costa Rica
West Valley, Costa Rica
On the slopes of Poás volcano in Alajuela, Volcán Azul is one of Costa Rica's most respected micro-lot operations. Alejo Castro Kahle, fifth generation of two historic coffee-growing lineages, produces over 27 distinct varietal lots each year — from SL-28 and Villasarchi to proprietary hybrids developed on the estate.
Springlike coffee blossom · silky jasmine · smooth pear flesh
Finca Mirazú, Costa Rica
Peach nectar · abricot jam · sweet mango
Agropecuaria Hellen, Costa Rica
Dewy berries · purple fruit · gentle tartness · red wine tartness
Volcán Azul, Costa Rica