Costa Rica produces some of the best coffee in the world. With Ideal conditions and economic encouragement for coffee growth, ecological and production practices, Costa Rica grows coffee with rich complex flavors we know you will love.
The History of Costa Rica Coffee
Costa Rica’s relationship with coffee spans hundreds of years. To understand why this plant is so important to the country, let’s briefly examine its history within the tropical mountain ranges of Costa Rica.
Coffee was first introduced in Costa Rica in the 1700s, and the temperate climate and perfect environmental conditions allowed the plant to take root and spread over the mountains quickly. Within a few decades, coffee became one of Costa Rica’s most important exports, cementing itself as an integral element in the country’s economy.
Once Costa Rica achieved independence from Spain and then the Federal Republic of Central America, the nation established itself as a coffee world power. Europe and the United States were the primary importers of Costa Rican coffee, and the earnings helped fund a boom of development within the country.
What Makes Costa Rica Special?
The lush and tropical Costa Rican climate is the ideal environment for coffee beans. The proud and majestic mountainous regions provide the perfect elevation for coffee to grow, and the year-round mild temperatures are in the perfect range for coffee farms to thrive.
Delicate and demanding, coffee plants are notorious for requiring highly specific climate and environmental conditions to flourish. Some of the requirements include:
- Mild temperatures
- High altitudes
- Well-defined dry and rainy seasons
- Few diseases or pests
- Rich soils
In addition to its optimal elevation and climate, the weather of Costa Rica is excellent for coffee production. The temperatures remain consistent year-round, and Costa Rica experiences a defined rainy and dry season, which helps the coffee plants get enough water without becoming over-saturated. Enhanced by volcanic ash, Costa Rican soil is fertile and oxidated, giving coffee beans deeper and richer flavors.
The same elements that make Costa Rica one of the world’s most beautiful places are responsible for producing some of the world’s best coffee.
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