La Union

Origin: Costa Rica

Farm/Region: La Union - Cerro Alto

Tasting Notes: Apricot, Mandarin & Molasses

Producer: Fernando Elías and Silvia Elena

Varietal: SL28

Processing: Washed

Altitude: 1500 MASL

Roast Profile: Espresso

Recommended Recipe: 20-22g in/40-44g out/27-30 secs

About The Coffee: La Union is one of several farms processed at the Cerro Alto micro mill. This mill is one of Axil’s longest standing relationships for the past 15 years and continue to deliver exceptional coffees.

Fernando Elías and Silvia Elena, are the managers of the estate, which has approximately 18 cultivated hectares, and has an altitude of 1500masl.

The main crop consists of Caturra and Catuai. However, in the last few years, other Varieties have been cultivated, such as SL-28, Geisha, Milenio and Villa Sarchí.

Produced by Fernando Elías and Silvia Elena, this La Union lot from the Cerro Alto region of Costa Rica showcases the distinct character of the SL28 varietal. While this cultivar is historically celebrated for its vibrant acidity and complex profile, its expression is further refined here through a traditional washed process. This method typically emphasizes a clean, focused cup profile, allowing the inherent qualities of the cherry to shine through with clarity.

Roasted by Axil Coffee Roasters, this selection presents a nuanced sensory experience defined by notes of apricot, mandarin, and molasses. When evaluating such profiles, enthusiasts often reference the flavor wheel to better identify the interplay between these bright fruit tones and the deeper, sugar-browning sweetness. By balancing the specific terroir of Cerro Alto with meticulous post-harvest handling, this coffee offers a compelling look at how regional conditions and varietal selection converge in the cup.