Costa Rica: La Gladiola, Tarrazu

La Gladiola draws from Costa Rica’s high valleys where meticulous washed processing and strict lot separation shaped the country’s reputation for precision. Farms at elevation benefit from cool nights and dry harvests that slow ripening and protect delicate aromatics. Kept at a measured medium roast, the cup centers on caramel and milk chocolate over a clean cocoa frame, lifted by orange‑citrus and a gentle stone‑fruit hint. Acidity reads medium and tidy, the texture is silky and cohesive, and the finish lands crisp with cane‑sweet clarity. It’s a polished everyday Costa Rican—refined, sweet, and impeccably put together.

Sustainability badges: Smallholder/Estate Sourced, High‑Elevation Grown, Traceable Lot, Small Batch Roasted