Drip Bags - Las Margaritas, Costa Rica, Black Honey
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Tropical, raisin and green apple
5x10g bags
COFFEE PROFILE
This Black Honey processed Geisha from Costa Rica features complex and sweet, notes, including crisp green apple, tropical notes, and a sweet raisin finish.
| TASTES LIKE | Tropical, raisin and green apple |
| ROAST | Filter |
Story
Emmanuel Solis, from a long line of coffee growers, founded his own plantation, Las Margaritas, in 2005, naming it after his daughter Margarita. Located at 2,000 meters above sea level in El Cedral de Dota, Costa Rica, the farm offers stunning views. Despite initial concerns about the region’s weather, Emmanuel’s decision to purchase the land has proven successful. Today, he is a leading producer of Geisha, Villalobos, and Bourbon SL28 varietals. Once used for grazing livestock, the land now thrives with exotic varietals, and Emmanuel prioritises environmental sustainability by avoiding pesticides and planting native fruit trees for shade.
In addition to coffee, Emmanuel grows strawberries, golden berries, and flowers, and has established a milling station on the property. Along with his team, he represents the excellence of Santa María de Dota in Tarrazu, known for its exceptional coffee. The farm’s natural beauty and commitment to quality continue to make Las Margaritas a standout source of coffee.
| PRODUCER | Emmanuel Solis |
| REGION | Santa María de Dota |
| VARIETAL | Geisha |
| PROCESS | Black Honey |
| ALTITUDE | 2000-2300 masl |
Origin
Santa Maria de Dota, Costa Rica
Santa María de Dota, a small mountain town in south-central Costa Rica, is home to some of the country’s finest coffee. Located about 40 miles south of San Jose, the town thrives in the rich volcanic soil and mountainous terrain, providing ideal conditions for coffee cultivation. The average temperature of just under 20°C, combined with shelter from the Pacific mountains, creates a perfect environment for Arabica coffee.
Two popular varieties from the region are Caturra and Catuai, typically grown at altitudes of 1,200 to 1,900 meters above sea level. The harvest season runs from December to March, outside the rainy season, allowing the coffee to ripen and mature. The region’s average precipitation of 2400 mm and temperatures of 19°C further support the drying of beans post-harvest. Nearly all coffee from Santa María de Dota is classified as strictly hard bean, a hallmark of its quality.
