Central American - Costa Rica - La Gladiola

We’re big fans of Central American coffees and our Central American Series delivers a great rotation of single origins, always keeping that Central American character for consistency.

Softly sweet, peach, creamy. Smooth and clean, an excellent all day sipper 

Ideal for drip, pour over & French press

Whole Bean 

Roast level: Medium

Region: Tarrazu

Altitude: 1300m - 1800m

Process: Washed

Variety: Caturra, Catuai

Farm/Producer: Multiple Smallholder Farms with Cattica/Hacienda La Minita

The fruit that comprises La Gladiola comes from two specific receiving stations in the north-western part of the Tarrazu valley. La Minita purchases the cherry directly from their network of farmer partners, processes it at their mill, Beneficio del Rio Tarrazu.

Costa Rica stands among the world’s most celebrated coffee-growing regions, renowned for producing beans of exceptional quality. Nestled in fertile volcanic soils and cultivated at high elevations—most notably in the distinguished Tarrazú region—its coffee embodies both richness and refinement. The country’s unique combination of microclimates, steadfast commitment to environmentally responsible practices, and pioneering spirit in processing methods, including the development of the now-famous honey process, have positioned Costa Rica as a true innovator in the global specialty coffee scene. Though its output is relatively modest compared to larger producers, the influence and reputation of Costa Rican coffee far exceed its size, securing its place as a benchmark for excellence.