Cordillera de Fuego - Costa Rica {Catuai - Anaerobic}

Technical Sheet

Roaster: Rush Rush Coffee Roasters
Name: Cordillera de Fuego Filter
Origin: Costa Rica
Region: Tarrazú
Farm: Cordillera de Fuego
Variety: Catuai
Process: Anaerobic
Notes: Cinnamon · Dried Lemon
Roast: Filter Roast
Recommendation: Filter
Format: 250g

Why we like it

For its combination of cinnamon and dried lemon, two notes that create a unique aromatic profile. A Costa Rican anaerobic Catuai that stands out for its spicy and citrusy character.

Who should buy it

Ideal for those who enjoy coffees with spicy notes, anaerobic fermentations, and unconventional sensory profiles.

Especially recommended for those looking for an aromatic filter coffee with hints of cinnamon and citrus.

From Tarrazú, one of Costa Rica's most renowned coffee-growing regions, comes this Catuai from Finca Cordillera de Fuego, selected and roasted by Rush Rush Coffee Roasters.

Processed using anaerobic fermentation, this coffee features an unusual sensory profile, highlighted by warm cinnamon notes and the citrus character of dried lemon.

The combination of spices and citrus creates an aromatic and distinctive cup that departs from traditional profiles, offering an interesting experience for lovers of experimentally processed coffees.

Roasted specifically for filter coffee, Cordillera de Fuego is an option for those looking to explore new sensory profiles within Costa Rican specialty coffee.

Origin and Producer

Cordillera de Fuego is a farm located in Tarrazú, Costa Rica, a region known for its coffee-growing tradition and mountainous growing conditions.

This lot belongs to the Catuai variety and has been processed using anaerobic fermentation, a technique used to develop distinctive aromatic profiles.

Rush Rush Coffee Roasters selected this coffee for its combination of spicy and citrus notes, which offer a unique interpretation of Costa Rican Catuai.

Catuai Variety

Catuai is an Arabica coffee variety developed from a cross between Mundo Novo and Caturra.

It is widely grown in Central America, including Costa Rica, and is known for its adaptability and potential to produce high-quality coffees.

In this lot from Cordillera de Fuego, anaerobic processing provides a distinctive sensory character, with notes of cinnamon and dried lemon.

Anaerobic Process

This coffee is processed using anaerobic fermentation, a technique in which the coffee ferments in an environment with limited oxygen.

These conditions alter microbial activity during fermentation and can promote the development of particular aromatic compounds.

At Cordillera de Fuego, the result is a profile that combines spicy cinnamon notes with citrus nuances of dried lemon.

The roaster does not specify the duration of the fermentation or the exact conditions of the process for this lot.

Sensory Profile

An aromatic cup with a spicy character marked by cinnamon notes.

Dried lemon provides a citrus contrast, creating a combination of warm and fresh flavors.

A distinctive profile, especially appealing to those who enjoy coffees with spicy notes and anaerobic fermentations.

Rush Rush is a Belgian vintage coffee roaster based in Antwerp.

After years of working in the Belgian coffee industry, Simon and Nanigui decided to join forces and start building something of their own.

Rush Rush Café is located in Zurenborg, a cozy residential area of Antwerp, close to the city center. Here, the entire team does everything to ensure customers can enjoy excellent coffee and food, all in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

At Rush Rush, everyone cares about quality. They focus on traceable and high-quality coffee full of flavor - they want to convey their enthusiasm for the world of specialty coffee so that each cup is the best possible experience.