Looking for a cup that will instantly transport you to sunny Costa Rica? This coffee stands out with its exceptionally lively and complex profile, dominated by exotic notes of kiwi and passion fruit. The juiciness of cranberries blends smoothly with the sweetness of raisins in the cup, while a clean sugar cane finish softens everything. Each sip is accompanied by a pleasant and sparkling acidity that gives the coffee a modern character and extraordinary lightness. With an exceptional rating of 89.95 points, this is a true gem among specialty coffees that will delight you with its purity and complexity.
The Yellow Catuai beans ripen at an altitude of 1,659 meters above sea level in the renowned San Guillermo Tarrazú region. Behind this harvest are farmers Hector Esteban Sanchez and Dinia Monge Badilla, who tend to the Catajo and Mirazú farms. It is the high-altitude environment and the precise work of this farming duo that allow the coffee trees to develop their full potential, which is so typical of the Tarrazú region.
The exceptional character of this coffee is mainly due to a unique processing method called Raisin Honey. In this process, the coffee cherries are left to partially dry before the skin is removed, which concentrates the sugars in the beans and gives the resulting cup a depth reminiscent of dried fruit. This process requires constant attention and precise timing to prevent unwanted fermentation and preserve only the purest fruitiness. To bring out all its nuances, this coffee is ideal for preparation using a filter such as V60, Origami, or Kalita.