Costa Rica Cup of Excellence #3 Washed | 90.46 Score (75 grams)

This San Roque from Don Cayito’s Quebrada Grande farm is a standout coffee that brings the dedication of the Calderón family to every cup. Grown at 6,069 feet and processed using the traditional washed method, it earned third place in the 2024 Cup of Excellence Costa Rica with a score of 90.46, showcasing both precision and care at every stage.

The cup opens with the sweetness of brown sugar and the warmth of cocoa and hazelnut, followed by bright, lively notes of bergamot, berries, and tropical passion fruit. Each layer reflects the careful selection of fully ripe cherries and the family’s hands-on attention through harvest, fermentation, and drying.

What makes this coffee remarkable is not only its vibrant, balanced flavor but the story behind it. Every step is guided by generations of experience, family effort, and pride, making each cup a connection between the highland, the people who nurture it, and the coffee lovers it reaches around the world.