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Coffee Review

Costa Rica Volcan Azul Geisha Washed

White floral, Green tea, Orange, Apricot, Sugar cane
86.5
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Genesis

  • Country: Costa Rica
  • Region: West Valley
  • Farm: Volcan Azul
  • Variety: Geisha
  • Altitude: 1,500 m (4,921 ft)
  • Process: Washed
  • Crop Year: 2024
  • Exporter: M.I. Coffee
  • Exporter’s Supplied Notes: Floral aroma, green apple, apricot, brown sugar, green tea
  • Price: 51,000 KRW/kg

Sensory Score & Experience

The roast presents a clean, floral profile with herbaceous green tea notes and a touch of sweetness reminiscent of brown sugar. Though floral, the aroma isn’t strongly jasmine-like; instead, herbal notes take precedence, offering a pleasant umami quality. This roast’s main appeal lies in its distinct green tea character, with fruit notes playing a more subtle role.

Roast profile

Roasting Profile - Costa Rica Volcan Azul Geisha Washed
  • Roasting Machine: Easyster 4
  • Batch Size: 1,005 g (2.22 lbs)
  • Output Weight: 875 g (1.93 lbs)
  • Weight Loss Rate: 12.9%

The roast profile was designed considering the characteristics of Costa Rican washed Geisha, aiming for a medium-light finish and using medium-high gas pressure. This approach allowed for smooth development with minimal complexity loss.

For future roasts, adjusting for a slightly lighter roast point may further enhance the green tea notes and bring a brighter acidity. To achieve this lighter roast, it’s recommended to use a higher gas pressure and exhaust setting while slightly reducing the initial charge temperature. This adjustment may increase clarity in floral notes, bringing out the green tea profile that defines this coffee’s appeal, all while maintaining a well-rounded and balanced cup.

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