Our favorite coffee – Las Lajas from Costa Rica

Some coffees are more than just a casual encounter – they become relationships. Las Lajas in Costa Rica is one such coffee for us. A coffee that has shown time and time again why we return – both for the taste and the experience.

👉 You can find Las Lajas in the webshop here:
https://hallakafferosteri.com/kaffe/ljusrostat-kaffe/costa-rica-las-lajas

Las Lajas is a coffee that combines family history, uncompromising quality and a flavor profile that offers both fruitiness and elegance. Perfect for those who want a coffee with character – regardless of the brewing method.

Las Lajas – specialty coffee from Central Valley, Costa Rica

The Las Lajas farm is located in the lush Central Valley of Costa Rica, an area known for its stable climate conditions, nutritious soil and excellent altitude – ideal for high-quality coffee.

The family-owned farm has built its reputation over the years by focusing on sustainable farming and quality-driven production.

Microclimate and terroir

The terrain around Las Lajas creates a unique microclimate where:

• the days are warm

• the nights are cool

• the humidity is even

This causes the coffee berries to ripen more slowly and develop richer aromas – one of the key factors behind Las Lajas' fantastic flavour profile.

👉 Want to try it yourself?
See the coffee here:
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Cultivation and sustainability

At Las Lajas, the coffee is grown under a shaded roof, which:

• protects the plants from direct sun

• stabilizes soil moisture

• creates a balanced microclimate

The cultivation takes place with great respect for the environment, with the focus on both preserving the quality of the soil and ensuring that the coffee reaches its full potential.

Harvest and process

The coffee berries are hand-picked when they are optimally ripe and undergo a careful selection process before being processed.

Las Lajas is naturally processed , which means that the berries are dried whole before the pulp is removed. This gives:

• deep fruitiness

• rich sweetness

• silky mouthfeel

The Natural process allows the sugar from the pulp to really affect the bean, adding more complexity and body to the cup.

Flavor profile – fruity and elegant

In the cup, Las Lajas offers a rich and generous taste experience:

• Cherries – juicy and distinct fruitiness

• Plum jam – round and sweet

• Dark cocoa – structure and balance

• Caramel & golden raisins – long, smooth finish

Together, this results in a cup that is powerful yet elegant – perfectly balanced and easy to enjoy.

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Recommended brewing methods

Las Lajas is a versatile coffee that works great for several brewing methods:

☕ Filter brewing – enhances sweetness and balance
☕ Pour-over (V60/Kalita/Chemex) – clear fruit and clarity
☕ Aeropress – full and round cup
☕ Espresso – fruity, sweet and round with low bitterness

It's a coffee that rewards experimentation – feel free to try different methods!

Facts about Las Lajas

Origin: Costa Rica, Central Valley
Rust profile: Light rust
Varieties: Mixed selected varieties
Process: Natural
Flavor notes: Cherry, plum, cocoa, caramel

FAQ – Questions & Answers

What does Las Lajas taste like?
A fruity, elegant coffee with round sweetness and structured body.

What does natural process mean?
That the coffee berries are dried whole, which gives more sweetness and fruitiness in the cup.

Is this coffee suitable for all brewing methods?
Yes, Las Lajas is versatile and works as both a filter, pour-over and espresso.

👉 Order Las Lajas from Costa Rica here:
https://hallakafferosteri.com/kaffe/ljusrostat-kaffe/costa-rica-las-lajas