costa rica – hacienda sonora

raisin, stone fruit, caramel & dark chocolate 

Light roast: ideal as filter coffee or also delicious as a complex espresso. 

process: natural variety: villa sarchi altitude: 1200m-1300m

The farm
Hacienda Sonora is located at the foot of the Poas Volcano. What makes this farm unique is that all of its energy comes from renewable sources. This energy is generated by a hydroelectric generator that converts the river’s water into electricity.
The energy is used not only for the drying mills, but also by everyone who lives and works on the farm.
The employees at Hacienda Sonora also share in its success. They receive fair compensation for their work, strengthening the local economy.

The variety comes from the town of Sarchi in Costa Rica, where this natural mutation of a Bourbon coffee variety was first discovered. This variety yields best at high altitudes with shade and regular fertilization.

The process
Hacienda Sonora has its own micromill, allowing the farm to process different coffees in different ways. The mill is centrally located, right next to a traditional sugarcane mill that has remained intact for more than 150 years. This lot was naturally processed. In fact, all coffees at Hacienda Sonora are honey or naturally processed to reduce wastewater and further protect the environment.

After being selectively handpicked, the ripe cherries are laid out to dry on the farm’s raised beds or patio, where they are turned regularly to promote even drying.

Grind size: Our grinder has several settings. We grind your coffee according to the brewing method: Espresso/ Bialetti/ Filter/ French press / If you would still like your coffee ground to a different size, choose the OTHER option and email us at info@cafegusta.be to let us know how you would like us to grind it for you.