August Roastery Select
We are bringing back the washed Ethiopian from Rumudamo Station back, following the natural Rumudamo last month. To pair with this floral and complex washed Ethiopian, we have a sweet and comfortable washed coffee from Costa Rica.
Aquiares Estate Washed
Aquiares Estate, established by British farmers in 1890, stands as one of Costa Rica's largest and most historic coffee farms, boasting over a century of continuous production. Nestled on the fertile slopes of the Turrialba Volcano, its name, "Aquiares," meaning "land between rivers" in the indigenous Huetar language, reflects its rich pre-Columbian heritage. Since 1971, and fully managed by the Robelo family by 1992, the estate has pioneered a modern model of sustainable agriculture.
Today, Aquiares spans 924 hectares, with 80% dedicated to shade-grown Arabica coffee. This commitment to extensive shade tree planting (over 50,000 trees of 100+ species) has transformed the farm into a vibrant biodiversity hub, with bird species surging from 30 to over 142, and new mammals like ocelots and sloths returning. The estate is remarkably carbon negative, storing 3,790 tons of CO2 annually, far exceeding its emissions. This is achieved through efficient machinery, organic fertilizers, and methane reduction efforts. Aquiares also actively combats Coffee Leaf Rust by adopting resilient F1 hybrids like Esperanza, ensuring long-term quality and sustainability while supporting a thriving community of 1,800 people.
The F1 Esperanza is a resilient F1 hybrid varietal, a cross between Sarchimor T5296 and an Ethiopian landrace (ET25), known for its very high productivity, strong rust resistance, and excellent quality, particularly in humid environments. This varietal, initially overlooked, uniquely thrived at Aquiares, showcasing its adaptability.
The coffee undergoes a washed process, starting with de-pulping using a Penagos DCV 306, followed by mechanical washing and a precise 6-hour partial fermentation. Drying is crucial, utilizing a Guardiola mechanical dryer for 32 hours at 45ºC – 55ºC. This controlled method ensures consistency, preserves delicate flavors, enhances sensory attributes, and minimizes defects, contributing to a clean and vibrant cup profile.
300g
Sourced by Catalogue Coffee
Origin:
Turrialba Volcano, Costa Rica
Producer: Robelo family
Variety: F1 Esperanza hybrid (Sarchimor T5296 x Etíope 25)
Process: Washed
Elevation: 1200-1400 masl
Harvest: 2025
Recommended Brew:
Filter - Modern Espresso
Reminds us of:
Red Grape, Pecan, Cacao Nibs
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We recommend Recipe A in our brew guide
Rumudamo Washed
From The Coffee Quest:
"Rumudamo Station is located in Arbegona woreda or Village and is part of the Sidama zone. Managed by Asefa Dukamo Korma, the site sits at an elevation of 2,200 m.a.s.l and is dedicated to producing both Washed, Honey and Natural coffees, where more than 600 farmers contribute with their cherries, mostly with 74112 Heirloom Variety.
For the Natural lot, the coffee is purchased from the farmers, hand-selected once it arrives at the site, and placed to dry in African beds, with constant movement to ensure an even drying. For the Washed lot, the coffee is de-pulped once it arrives at the site, wet fermented for between 48-72 hours, washed and then later placed to dry in African beds to dry for between 8-12 days.
Located amongst the highest elevation when compared to other coffee-growing areas, Rumudamo has a story of excellence, having placed 2nd and 3rd in the 2020 Cup of Excellence of Ethiopia."
300g
Sourced by The Coffee Quest
Origin:
Arbegona, Bensa, Ethiopia
Producer: Asefa Dukamo Korma
Variety: Landraces
Process: Washed
Elevation: 2200 masl
Harvest: Spring 2025
Recommended Brew:
Filter - Modern Espresso
Reminds us of:
Floral, Nectarine, Honey
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We recommend Recipe A in our brew guide