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Finca Chico

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COSTA RICA
Francisco (Chico) Rojas Camacho

Seville orange marmalade, medium to bright acidity, medium to juicy body, medium roast

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Process

Mechanical Washed Process

Varietal

Red and Yellow Catuaí

Region

Ojo de Agua León Cortés

Francisco Rojas Camacho (Chico) has filled every inch of his almost five-hectare farm with crops. Alongside coffee, Chico grows avocado, onion, beans, maize, and other vegetables for the local markets. The crops are kept separate where necessary, as they can need different fertilisers and inputs, not all of which are beneficial to coffee. One of the biggest challenges for Chico over the last two years has been the rapid and steep increase in the costs of fertilizers and soil nutrition. Even organic compost, which is usually plentiful, has been difficult to find. There is high demand across all agricultural products. In reaction to the increase in costs, the local cooperative has been distributing a micro-organism enriched product which has beneficial fungi. This fungi helps the plants increase their uptake of nutrients from the soil and strengthens their defences against disease. In addition to the help from the co-op, the Instituto del Café de Costa Rica (ICAFE) helps all coffee producers with soil analysis and fertilisation plans. This support is offered at no charge and is based on years of expertise and research conducted by ICAFE. The analysis helps reduce farm costs as any deficiencies can be addressed singularly and precisely, in comparison to using expensive multi-part inputs. Chico has four varietals planted on his farm: Red Catuaí, Yellow Catuaí, Catigua, and H15. All the seedlings have been grown by Chico at his coffee nursery. In the next few years, he plans to increase the size of the nursery to have enough seedlings to sell in the local market, further diversifying the farm’s income.

Grind Guide

Cafetière

A coarse grind also suitable for cold brew. We use the word cafetière, but this can also be referred to as a French press, plunger or press pot.

Aeropress slow

Suitable for making a long, filter style coffee, often brewed for a few minutes. Similar to our paper filter setting.

Filter

This is suitable for our paper filters and ceramic or plastic cones, along with other brands such as V60, Clever dripper and Melitta.

Stovetop

This is an espresso style grind suitable for use in hob top espresso pots such as a Bialetti or Grunwerg. Sometimes referred to as a moka pot.

Aeropress fast

This is also an espresso style grind ideal for brewing a short, concentrated, espresso style coffee in an Aeropress.

Domestic espresso

A fine grind for using in your home espresso machine. Grind requirements will vary depending on brand and model, but this setting aims to work for the majority of home setups.

Whole beans

For use in your home grinder!

If you use a different method such as a syphon or Chemex, require a custom grind or need some advice, please get in touch and we will be happy to help.

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