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9°40'53"N 84°0'23"W
⚲ West Valley, Costa Rica
Produced by Cristian Salazar
Experience Hyper-Specialty Coffee
Cuping Score: 86.25
Villalobos
Variety:
Villalobos
Process:
Black Honey
Elevation:
1670 MASL
Cup:
Dry Wine, Fruity,
Sweet Sugar Cane.
Harvest:
Nov/23 - Mar/24
Packaging:
69 Kg W / GrainPro
Region:
West Valley, Costa Rica
Warehouse:
New Orleans, LA
San Diego, CA
This variety, cherished for its rich, vibrant flavor, carries hints of sugar cane and wine notes, making each sip a refreshing experience. Cultivated under the canopy of native trees, these beans are handpicked at peak ripeness to ensure the highest quality and flavor preservation. Villalobos is ideal for those who appreciate a coffee that combines tradition with a burst of natural sweetness.
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Cuping Score: 87
San Isidro
Variety:
San Isidro
Process:
Natural
Elevation:
1670 MASL
Cup:
Cinnamon, Raisin,
Wild Sugar Cane
Harvest:
Nov/23 - Mar/24
Packaging:
69 Kg W / GrainPro
Region:
West Valley, Costa Rica
Warehouse:
New Orleans, LA
San Diego, CA
This coffee boasts a smooth, well-balanced flavor profile with subtle undertones of chocolate and nutmeg. Grown at high altitudes in rich volcanic soil, San Isidro beans are meticulously processed to enhance their natural flavors, providing a comforting and robust cup. This coffee is perfect for connoisseurs seeking a harmonious blend of traditional richness and innovative cultivation techniques.
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DISCOVER CRISTIAN'S STORY
Experience Legacy and Excellence at Finca San Cristóbal
Finca San Cristóbal stands as a testament to generations of devotion and passion for coffee. Founded by Cristóbal Salazar, whose legacy lives on in both the farm's name and its practices, this farm is deeply rooted in family traditions. Managed now with the same pride by his descendants, the farm thrives on the collective efforts of family—from the playful memories of children among coffee plants to the meticulous care in cultivating award-worthy beans. San Isidro and Villalobos, the farm's flagship varieties, are processed with innovative methods to enhance complexity and richness, reflecting a relentless pursuit of excellence. Each cup of coffee from Finca San Cristóbal embodies years of dedication, becoming a source of immense pride and satisfaction for the family involved.