Costa Rica Tarrazu
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The best coffees from Costa Rica come from the West Valley and Tarrazu regions, a highland region with unique climate for coffee cultivation. Many coffee aficionados consider the Tarrazu valley a well-kept secret in the coffee world, while origins from Panama or Hawaii can take the spotlight. This is partly due to marketing but the Western Valley and Tarrazu region is growing in popularity from word of mouth and accessibility in price.
The Tarrazu and Western Valley is in western Costa Rica and lies about 45 miles south of the Capitol City, San Jose.
This coffee is grown at higher elevations and the cool climate and volcanic soil make this coffee a world class choice. While having an intense aroma, it has a great delivery, sweet acidity, a well-balanced fruity flavor, with a clean, smooth body. Those with good pallets can taste hints of vanilla, cherries, chocolate, and orange/grapefruit.