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Volcan Azul - Costa Rica - Washed SL28

Roasted by April Coffee Roasters

Washed Costa Rican SL28 with florals, plums, and stone fruit notes.

Volcan Azul - Costa Rica - Washed SL28 — April Coffee Roasters
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FloralsPlumsStone Fruit

From the roaster

Location: Costa Rica, AlajuelaFarm: Volcan Azul Producer: Alejo CastroVarietal: Washed processed SL28

Flavour Notes: Florals, Plums, Stone Fruit  Sweetness: ●●●●○Body: ●●●○○Acidity: ●●●●○

April Coffee Roasters

Context

Volcan Azul showcases the washed SL28 varietal grown in Alajuela, Costa Rica by producer Alejo Castro. April Coffee Roasters has brought out florals, plums, and stone fruit in this washed preparation. The SL28 varietal is known for its ability to express bright, complex flavor profiles, while the washed process typically emphasizes clarity and acidity that can highlight the fruit-forward character roasters detect here. This lot represents the coffee terroir and processing traditions of Costa Rica's coffee regions.

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In the Encyclopedia

Frequently asked questions

Where is Volcan Azul - Costa Rica - Washed SL28 grown?

Volcan Azul - Costa Rica - Washed SL28, roasted by April Coffee Roasters, is sourced from Tarrazú, Costa Rica.

What does Volcan Azul - Costa Rica - Washed SL28 taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Florals, Plums, and Stone Fruit.

How is Volcan Azul - Costa Rica - Washed SL28 processed?

Volcan Azul - Costa Rica - Washed SL28 uses the Washed process.

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