Costa Rica Las Lajas

Costa Rica Las Lajas is an exceptionally aromatic specialty coffee that delights with intense sweetness, juicy fruitiness, and remarkable depth of flavor. It comes from Costa Rica’s Central Valley region, specifically Sabanilla de Alajuela, where Caturra and Catuai varieties are grown at elevations of 1,250–1,700 meters above sea level. In the cup, you’ll discover rich notes of sweet raisins, ripe tropical fruit, and delicate vanilla. The result is an exceptionally intense, multilayered composition in which juicy fruitiness pairs beautifully with high sweetness and a velvety texture.

The coffee’s distinctive character comes from Alma Negra processing, a special variation of the Natural method developed by the producers at Las Lajas. The process involves carefully controlled drying of whole coffee cherries, using both raised beds and a greenhouse. This allows the intense aromas to develop slowly, deepens the coffee’s natural sweetness, and creates a rich, fruity profile. As a result, Costa Rica Las Lajas stands out for its remarkable complexity, distinctive character, and long, pleasantly sweet finish. Scoring 88 points, it’s an excellent choice for pour-over coffee lovers seeking intense tropical flavors and an exceptional sensory experience.