LOS ENCINOS, Costa Rica
LOS ENCINOS, Costa Rica

LOS ENCINOS, Costa Rica

Regular price £10.60
Sale price £10.60 Regular price £0.00
Brown Sugar, Cacao Nibs, Caramel, Cherry

Los Encinos coffee is cultivated in the Tarrazu region of Costa Rica by Stephanny and Alexandra, a mother-daughter team who established Cafe Ceres micromill in 2019. Fueled by a shared passion for quality and sustainability, they ensure their coffee is cultivated with the utmost care for the environment.  Their commitment to sustainable practices shines through in every bean, reflecting their ongoing learning and dedication to preserving the land for future generations. This coffee is a testament to their hard work, embodying both the rich traditions of Costa Rican coffee farming and a forward-thinking approach to environmental responsibility.

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LOS ENCINOS, Costa Rica

200g / Whole bean

  • Chippenham

    Pickup available, usually ready in 24 hours

    Unit C11
    Bumpers Way
    Chippenham SN14 6LH
    United Kingdom

    +447511207973

  • Coffee House

    Pickup available, usually ready in 24 hours

    20 Borough Parade
    Chippenham SN15 3WL
    United Kingdom

What is score?

  • The SCA (Specialty Coffee Association) is the global body that sets the standards for specialty coffee. Their scoring system, based on a 100-point scale, evaluates coffees based on various factors like aroma, flavour, acidity, body, aftertaste, sweetness and balance. Coffees scoring 80+ are considered specialty grade, with those scoring 86+ representing the top tier of quality and complexity.

What is single origin?

  • Single origin means the coffee comes from one specific region, farm, or cooperative, rather than a blend from multiple places. This allows you to experience the unique characteristics of that area’s climate, soil, and processing methods.

What are tasting notes?

  • Tasting notes describe the natural flavours found in the coffee, such as chocolate, citrus, or floral tones. These are not added flavours but arise from the bean’s variety, growing conditions, and roasting process.

What is the processing method?

  • This refers to how coffee beans are removed from the cherry after harvesting, which influences their final taste.
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COFFEE OVERVIEW

NOTES: Brown Sugar, Cacao Nibs, Caramel, Cherry
SCORE: 86.50
PRODUCER: Stephanny Fernandez Elizondo
ALTITUDE: 1848 Masl
VERIETAL: Catuai
PROCESSING: Red Honey

Los Quemados

Located in the heart of Santa María de Dota, San José province, Finca Los Quemados embodies a harmonious blend of tradition, sustainability, and innovation. Established as part of Café Ceres micromill by Stephanny Fernández Elizondo and her mother, Alexandra, in 2019, the farm reflects their shared dedication to crafting exceptional specialty coffee.

Finca Los Quemados benefits from advanced infrastructure, including greenhouse drying spaces, raised beds, and a pulper, all designed to enhance coffee quality while prioritizing sustainability. Stephanny and Alexandra actively participate in environmental training and collaborate with organizations like MAG and ICAFE to implement eco-friendly practices on the farm. Their efforts extend toward earning Bandera Azul ecological certification, underscoring their commitment to preserving the environment.

Stephanny Fernandez Elizondo

Stephanny Fernández Elizondo, alongside her mother, Alexandra, represents a new wave of coffee producers in Costa Rica. With a shared vision of quality and innovation, they established Café Ceres micromill in 2019, creating a space where tradition meets forward-thinking practices.

Stephanny's leadership shines in her meticulous approach to every stage of coffee production, from selecting cherries to experimenting with diverse processing methods. Alexandra's unwavering support and dedication have been integral to building the farm's reputation for excellence.

Together, this mother-daughter duo embodies resilience and creativity, crafting coffees that reflect their passion for sustainability, community, and the art of specialty coffee.

Red Honey Processed

After harvest, cherries were carefully sorted via floatation to remove underripe or overripe fruit, ensuring only the best cherries were selected. The chosen cherries underwent an initial fermentation in plastic bags for 72 hours, intensifying their sweetness and complexity. They were then pulped, leaving a layer of sticky mucilage intact, and fermented for an additional 48 hours in plastic bags.

Finally, the coffee was dried on raised beds for 14 days. During this stage, the beans were turned every two hours to guarantee uniform drying and preserve their vibrant flavours.

After harvest, cherries were carefully sorted via floatation to remove underripe or overripe fruit, ensuring only the best cherries were selected. The chosen cherries underwent an initial fermentation in plastic bags for 72 hours, intensifying their sweetness and complexity. They were then pulped, leaving a layer of sticky mucilage intact, and fermented for an additional 48 hours in plastic bags.

Finally, the coffee was dried on raised beds for 14 days. During this stage, the beans were turned every two hours to guarantee uniform drying and preserve their vibrant flavours.