costa rica coffee
Costa Rica - Finca Matilde
by shiloh coffee roasters ltd · whitehaven, uk
you'll taste blueberry before raisin. this is costa rica - finca matilde, an experimental costa rica from shiloh coffee roasters ltd.
blueberryraisinwineyhoneyhoneycomb
the bean
- origin
- costa rica
- region
- west valley
- process
- experimental
- status
- in stock
finca matilde is a single-farm coffee from costa rica's west valley region, roasted by shiloh coffee roasters ltd. it's processed using an experimental method, which typically involves extended fermentation or unconventional techniques that push fruit development well beyond a natural or washed approach. the result is a cup heavy with blueberry, raisin, and winey character, rounded out by honey and honeycomb sweetness. because the fermentation-forward profile is already pronounced, brewing methods that highlight clarity and sweetness, such as a pour-over or aeropress, will let those fruit and honey layers read cleanly without muddying the winey depth.
common questions
What does Costa Rica - Finca Matilde taste like?
expect strong blueberry and raisin up front, with a winey quality that lingers, and honey and honeycomb sweetness that softens the fermented edge. it's a fruit-forward, dessert-leaning cup rather than a bright or clean one.
How is Costa Rica - Finca Matilde grown and processed?
it comes from finca matilde in costa rica's west valley region and is processed using an experimental method, meaning it goes beyond standard washed or natural approaches, likely involving extended or controlled fermentation to develop its intense fruit character.
How should I brew Costa Rica - Finca Matilde?
brew methods that offer control over extraction, such as pour-over or aeropress, tend to suit experimentally processed coffees well, keeping the blueberry, raisin, and honey notes defined rather than murky. use water around 90-93°c and a medium-fine grind as a starting point, then adjust to taste.
about shiloh coffee roasters ltd
when you need to escape whitehaven's weekend bustle for a few hours of concentrated work, shiloh coffee roasters delivers exactly what you're after. tucked into haig enterprises off the main thoroughfare, this independent roastery has built something rare: genuine loyalty from people who return week after week, not because it's convenient but because the coffee actually matters here. the beans speak for themselves without anyone making noise about origin stories or roasting philosophies. you'll find yourself settling in naturally, laptop open, cortado cooling just enough to drink properly. the kind of place where ordering your second cup feels automatic rather than indulgent. regulars have claimed their preferred spots by now, but there's always room for one more person who appreciates coffee done right. no pretense, no performance. just solid espresso and the quiet satisfaction of finding somewhere that gets it. your afternoon americano tastes like they actually care about extraction timing.
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