Costa Rica - Las Lajas Micromill - RED HONEY PROCESS

Now this is an EXCITING one! Red Honey processed Microlot from a family farm!

Microlots from Costa Rica are typically sourced from producers who have invested not only in growing their farms, but also in building and operating their own processing facilities, typically called "micromills." Micromills typically yield fewer than 1,000 bags annually, and are often independently owned by a family or small group of producers.

Oscar and Francisca Chacón are third-generation coffee producers, but the coffee is more than just in their family heritage - it's in their hearts and souls as well. The couple is committed to quality and innovation, and are among the very first farmers in Costa Rica to produce Honey and Natural process specialty coffee.

Watch more here: Echoes of Coffee: Narratives from Costa Rican Producers - Las Lajas Micromill

The Red Honey process is a specific process initially developed by Las Lajas. Freshly harvested and sorted cherries are delivered to the mill and promptly depulped, leaving 100% of the mucilage (parchment) on the bean. After this, the coffee is transferred to a covered patio where it is turned several times a day until the drying process is complete. The color of the parchment is a direct result of the depth of coffee when dring.

Grab a bag online or from our retail shelves! And if you'd like to have a taste before you buy... These super fun beans will be available for V60 in both our Cardiff shops for the next 2 weeks!

The cup

☕ Tasting Notes: Cocoa with mellow fresh hibiscus and caramel flavors. Tart acidity and mild clean fruit-like sweetness.
📍 Origin: Costa Rica, Las Lajas Micromill
🧼 Process: Red Honey
🌱 Altitude: 1400-1600 masl.
🌾 Varietal: SL-28