Costa Rica Cumbres del Poas Coffee

Location: Sabanillia de Alajuela, Costa Rica
Altitude: 1,300 - 1,600 masl
Varieties: Caturra and Catuai
Process: Honey
Drying: Sun Dried
Harvest: December - March 
Export: May - June

Experience the extraordinary taste of Costa Rica’s renowned black honey coffee sourced from Las Lajas Cumbres del Poas, a celebrated micro coffee mill in Sabanillia de Alajuela. Owned and operated by visionary farmers Dona and Oscar, Las Lajas is recognized as one of the pioneering forces behind honey-processed coffee. Their dedication to eco-friendly cultivation, combined with meticulous craftsmanship, results in a richly complex and uniquely sweet coffee that has captivated coffee enthusiasts worldwide.

Costa Rica Las Lajas Cumbres del Poas is a black honey coffee features a sweet, honey-like aroma accented with subtle floral notes. On the palate, expect a vibrant medley of strawberry, peach jam, fig, and delicate citrus undertones, complemented by a gentle cocoa finish. The honey process imparts a velvety texture and rounded mouthfeel, creating a luxurious and lingering tasting experience. This amazing coffee is well balanced in its body and acidity, making for a perfect sip every time.

Visiting Costa Rica Cumbres del Poas is one of our favorite trips to make, and we do so regularly to deepen our appreciation of the region’s lush terrain and to witness firsthand how Dona and Oscar elevate honey processing to an art form. Demand for their black honey coffee is so high that there’s often a waiting list for new harvests. As a proud Legacy Roaster of Oscar’s exceptional coffee beans, we’re honored to bring this sought-after specialty coffee to our customers. Indulge in Las Lajas black honey coffee and discover why it remains one of Costa Rica’s most highly acclaimed commodities.