Costa Rica · Honey
Costa Rica Aromas de Chirripó
Roasted by Press Coffee Roasters
Honey-processed Catuaí from Costa Rica with vibrant sweetness and fruit notes.
From the roaster
CUPPING NOTES FROM OUR HEAD ROASTER
This honey-processed Catuaí from Costa Rica's Chirripó region offers a remarkably vibrant and structured cup. The processing method highlights a clean, distinct, sugar cane sweetness. As the coffee cools, you'll begin to detect fruit notes, with a bright lychee character leading into a juicy, lingering blackberry acidity. It is an incredibly enjoyable coffee that balances sweetness and complexity in a way that is just thoroughly satisfying to brew.
ORIGIN
Farm: Aromas de Chirripó Region: Chirripó Process: Honey Variety: Catuaí Elevation: 1750 MASL
— Press Coffee Roasters
Context
This Catuaí from Press Coffee Roasters showcases the Chirripó region of Costa Rica at 1,750 meters elevation. The coffee was processed using the honey method, which typically imparts heavier body and complexity through extended fruit contact during fermentation. The roaster identifies prominent notes of sugar cane sweetness balanced with lychee and blackberry—a profile suggesting both brightness and fruit-forward character. Catuaí is known for producing coffees with solid sweetness and balance, making it well-suited to this style of processing.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Costa Rica Aromas de Chirripó grown?
Costa Rica Aromas de Chirripó, roasted by Press Coffee Roasters, is sourced from Tarrazú, Costa Rica.
What does Costa Rica Aromas de Chirripó taste like?
Expect tasting notes of sugar cane sweetness, lychee, and blackberry.
How is Costa Rica Aromas de Chirripó processed?
Costa Rica Aromas de Chirripó uses the Honey process.
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