Foundation Beans

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Cafe Vida Washed, Costa Rica

Roast Type Filter
Weight 250g
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A great example of Costa Rican coffee offering rounded sweetness, mellow acidity and a full mouthfeel.

This coffee is brought to us by Cafe Imports, whose sourcing programme in Costa Rica is centred around Oxcart Coffee, their local import-export operation. Oxcart aims to work with the same micromills year after year, building lasting relationships. Beyond its commercial role, Oxcart also acts as a resource for the local coffee community by promoting candid conversations about quality and production. They host open cuppings at their onsite roasting lab where they offer education and consultation.

Origin: Central Valley, Costa Rica

Altitude: 1200–1800 MASL

Variety/Cultivar: Common Costa Rican varieties (Caturra, Catuai, Bourbon, Villa Sarchi, Villalobos, Sarchimor, Venecia, and Costa Rica 95)

Processing Method: Washed

For One-Time Purchases

  • We use valveless bags.
  • We roast based on demand and dispatch your order no more than 14 days from roast.
  • We recommend consuming the coffee within three months (unopened).
  • We recommend waiting at least one week off roast to brew for a more balanced, optimal cup profile.
  • Once opened, we recommend using within 2 weeks.
  • Store in a cool, dry place.

For Subscriptions

  • We roast at the start of the month and package in nitro-flushed bags, giving a shelf life of up to nine months (unopened).
  • We recommend waiting at least one week off roast to brew for a more balanced, optimal cup profile.
  • Once opened, we recommend using within 7 days.
  • Store in a cool, dry place.
  • Read more about storage and roasting.

Ships within 1-3 working days from the United Kingdom.

The best way to experience the ever-changing, seasonal flavour palette of specialty coffee, with perfectly roasted filter beans shipped directly to your door.

  • 10% discount on all subscription beans
  • Fresh, seasonal coffee with a rotating selection that changes every other month
  • Convenient delivery straight to your door
  • Flexible delivery frequency with no fixed subscription terms