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Costa Rica Volcán Azul Double Fermentation Filter Coffee
Costa Rica Volcán Azul Double Fermentation Filter Coffee
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Costa Rica Volcán Azul – Double Fermentation
A standout Costa Rican microlot from the legendary Volcán Azul estate — a farm built on more than 200 years of innovation, quality and environmental stewardship. This Double Fermentation Caturra is vibrant, complex and beautifully expressive, showcasing the precision and heritage behind one of Costa Rica’s most awarded coffee families.
Tasting Notes
The Story Behind Volcán Azul
The Volcán Azul legacy began in the early 1800s, when Alejo C. Jiménez in Costa Rica and Wilhelm Kahle in southern Mexico shared one ambition: to produce the best coffee in the world. Their descendants continue that mission today, farming high‑altitude volcanic soils (1400–1700 masl) and protecting large areas of rainforest to preserve biodiversity and reduce environmental impact.
Under the leadership of Alejo Kahle Castro, Volcán Azul has become one of Costa Rica’s most celebrated farms — consistently placing in the Cup of Excellence, including a 2nd place finish in 2017 and multiple top‑ranking lots in 2020 and 2021.
Read more about Alejo Kahle Castro: Heritage, Innovation & The Future of Costa Rican Coffee.
How This Coffee Is Grown & Harvested
Quality at Volcán Azul starts long before harvest. Trees are planted in fertile volcanic soil, carefully managed for nutrient health, disease resistance and long‑term sustainability. Cherries are picked only at peak ripeness, guided by brix measurements — often reaching 22–30 brix for maximum flavour development.
Double Fermentation Process
This meticulous process brings clarity, sweetness and structure to the cup:
- Cherries are washed and undergo a short initial fermentation in cherry.
- They’re then pulped using a controlled centrifuge system that removes underripe or over‑dried cherries.
- Beans are fully washed and moved to raised beds or patios.
- Drying happens slowly over 6–10 days, with daily turning and overnight protection to maintain warmth and prevent moisture gain.
- Final drying is completed using low‑temperature mechanical dryers, allowing humidity to move gradually from the centre of the bean.
The result is a clean, fruit‑forward profile with exceptional balance and depth.
Why We Love It
This lot is a perfect example of Costa Rican craftsmanship — precise, thoughtful and deeply rooted in heritage. It’s a coffee that rewards both filter and espresso drinkers with clarity, sweetness and a refined fruit character.
Origin Detail
- Origin: Costa Rica
- Region: West Valley, Alajuela
- Producer: Alejo Kahle Castro
- Varietal: Caturra
- Altitude: 1400-1700 masl
- Process: Double Fermentation
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Roast Level: Light (Optimised for Filter)
Brew Guide
- Dose: 20g
- Yield: 290ml
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Time: 3:00
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