Product Description
Taste Note / Dark cocoa, Floral, Red Wine, Almond, Cherry
Origin / Central Valley
Altitude / 1500m
Varietal / Caturra
Processing / Black Honey
Roast Level / Medium
Brewing Method: Espresso and Filter
Goes well with milk?: Yes
Roaster Notes
This black honey lot from Hacienda Sonora offers a smooth mix of almond chocolate and raisin sweetness, layered with subtle wine-like complexity that lingers in the aftertaste. Full-bodied with low acidity, it’s easy to enjoy as a black cup. With milk, the coating cocoa deepens and the winey character adds strength and depth to the brew.
Bean info
Hacienda Sonora is nestled in Costa Rica’s Central Valley and is well known for its unwavering commitment to sustainability. Managed by father-and-son duo Alberto and Diego Guardia, the estate has been dedicated to producing high-quality coffee since the 1970s.
The farm is powered entirely by hydroelectric energy, relying fully on renewable sources. It also uses professionally treated water for irrigation. More than a quarter of the land is preserved as natural forest, underscoring Sonora’s strong environmental values.
Hacienda Sonora cultivates a diverse range of Arabica varieties, with Caturra being a key cultivar. A natural mutation of Bourbon, Caturra is compact and high-yielding. Thanks to its Bourbon lineage, it offers rich flavors with floral and fruity notes.
The estate is known for its expertise in honey and natural processing, methods that not only conserve water but also enhance the coffee’s sweetness and complexity. Sonora’s signature black honey process, often combined with natural drying, creates a cup with deeper flavor expressions, including chocolate and fruity undertones.
These thoughtful farming and processing practices have made Hacienda Sonora a leader in Costa Rica’s specialty coffee scene, earning widespread recognition from international buyers and coffee enthusiasts around the world.
