Costa Rica Mariana

Aquiares Estate was founded in 1890 when British farmers sought opportunities along Costa Rica's railway system to the Caribbean port of Limón. The NCA built its estate, which still represents the quality-oriented approach to washed coffees that only Costa Rica can provide. The NCA established relationships with clients in Italy, the United States, England, and Japan, among others, who appreciated and trusted the high-quality product. In 1992, the NCA began a project to enable people in the Aquiares community to own their own homes, which, as in many older ncas, were owned by the NCA itself. Now, 96% of Aquiares employees own their own homes, and most have significantly improved them, making Aquiares a thriving community. The company also benefits from its connection to every member of the community: their loyalty to Aquiares gives them a sense of pride in our product, ensuring high-quality controls throughout every step of the coffee process. The name, "Aquiares," comes from the location of the farm, nestled between the Aquiares and Turrialba Rivers: "Aquiares" means "land between rivers" in the Huetar indigenous language of Costa Rica.

It is fermented in vats anaerobically for 3 days with the control
pH at the start and end of fermentation. The first 5 days of drying, it remained motionless.
Drying type: In the sun on African beds.
Drying days: 20 days