Roaster’s Report - Costa Rica Doña Isa

Source: Hacienda La Minita

Country: Costa Rica

Growing region: Coto Brus

Elevation: 1000-1250 masl

Coffee varieties: Caturra, Catuai.

Processing: Washed

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Coffee Description: A new initiative for the 24/25 crop, Doña Isa is Hacienda La Minita’s first trademark from Costa Rica comprised entirely of coffee grown by women producers. They arranged to purchase cherry from 11 women in the Coto Brus region — near our farm Hacienda Rio Negro — to produce this coffee, paying an additional premium for their participation.

By paying additional premiums directly to these producers, they're supporting sustainable farming practices, vital social projects, and crucial mentorship. This initiative reflects the commitment to empowering women, strengthening our partnerships, and cultivating a brighter future together.

Flavors remind us of: Nectarine, plum, ripe cherry

Country: Costa Rica

Growing region: Coto Brus

Elevation: 1000-1250 meters

Coffee Varieties: Caturra, catuai

Processing: Washed

Roast Level: Light

Green coffee transparency: 2277lbs @ $4.99/lb, Jun. 2025

(Commodity coffee price: $4.10/lb. Why is this important? Coffee pricing is complex and multifaceted, and sharing what we paid is an incomplete picture, but we believe in sharing the data we have available, hoping that will embolden others to do the same, with the ultimate goal of getting producers fairer pay for their excellent work.)

Length of Relationship: Hacienda La Minita since 2025

If you want to learn more about how we would brew this coffee, click here for our brew guides.