Costa Rica - Luis Anastasio Castro 1 kg

250 grams of whole roasted coffee beans.

Luis Anastasio Castro, better known as Tacho, was an early adapter to the micromill model. At this micromill, the Juanachute, the entire process is controlled. From planting the coffee trees to sealing the jute bags of greenbeans, all under the supervision of DonTacho. This lot is White Honey processed, which means that the beans are first washed, then dried on sunbeds in full sun for 14-21 days. The Castro family is involved in the coffee market in many different ways. One of Tacho’s sons is reponsible for the barista education program in the local high school, and competes in Barista Championships. Tacho’s other son works at a coffee exporting company and make relationships in markets.

Latest roast date: 2025-05-14

Taste profile: Sweet with notes of green pear, apples and butterscotch Process method: Red Honey Arabica variety: Caturra & Catuai Altitude: 1 800 maslHarvested: January 2024

This 1 kg offering from Da Matteo showcases a single-producer lot from Luis Anastasio Castro in Costa Rica. Cultivated at 1800 masl, this coffee features the Caturra varietal, which is widely recognized for its balanced acidity and reliable cup quality. The beans undergo a red honey process, a technique that leaves a portion of the fruit mucilage on the seed during drying. As explained in our processing methods explainer, this approach often bridges the gap between washed and natural profiles, frequently resulting in increased sweetness and a syrupy body. In this specific lot, the roaster highlights distinct notes of green pear, apples, and butterscotch. For those looking to further explore these descriptors, our flavor wheel serves as a helpful resource for identifying and categorizing the nuanced characteristics found in high-quality specialty coffees like this one.