Flavor Notes: Floral Citrus, Sweet Caramel, and Subtle Cocoa

Aquiares Estate, meaning “land between rivers,” is Costa Rica’s largest coffee farm and a thriving community of 1,800 people. Nestled on the lush slopes of the Turrialba volcano, Aquiares is known as much for its exceptional coffee as for its pioneering approach to community development and sustainability. Founded in 1890 and revitalized by Alfonso Robelo in the 1980s, Aquiares has since evolved into a model of sustainable coffee farming. Today, under the management of Alfonso’s son Diego, Aquiares is a leader in specialty coffee and carbon-neutral practices, promoting biodiversity and fostering environmental research.

Why Choose Costa Rica Aquiares Estate?

This lot, featuring the innovative Centroamericano H1 hybrid variety, offers a unique and complex flavor profile with floral citrus, sweet caramel, and subtle cocoa notes. Known for its high yield and rust resistance, the Centroamericano H1 is a hybrid variety well-suited to the volcanic climate of Turrialba. This coffee is mechanically washed and meticulously dried on raised beds in a solar dryer for 18 to 24 days, preserving its delicate and elegant profile.