Las Lajas, Costa Rica
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Dried Mango, Passionfruit, Cacao
Origin Information
Oscar and Francisca Chacón are third-generation coffee producers, but coffee is more than just their family heritage: it's in their hearts and souls as well. The couple is committed to quality and innovation, and they are among the very first farmers in Costa Rica to produce Honey and Natural process specialty coffee.
In 2005, after years of delivering their cherry to a cooperative for the going market price, they decided to join the brand-new micromill revolution and buy their own depulper to have more control over the quality and the price they received for their lots.
“At first, we didn't know what we were doing,” Oscar explains. “We were just experimenting.”
That experimentation led to some of the most exciting new flavor profiles we have ever tasted. Now, the Chacóns produce a wide range of Honey process coffees, modulating the drying time in order to create different effects in the cup.
Necessity bred more innovation for the family when an earthquake in 2008 wiped out electricity and water to their area during the harvest. Unable to run the depulpers or to wash the mucilage off to produce Washed lots, Francisca took inspiration from her knowledge of African coffee production and quickly built raised beds on the property. Their Natural lots caught the attention of Cafe Imports' founder Andrew Miller, and the rest is both history and our story.
Las Lajas owns and cultivates coffee on the following farms: Calle Liles, Calle San Juan, Los Angeles, Los Pinitos, Sabana Redonda, Sabanilla, San Luis, and Calle Lajas.
Alma Negra
This is a Natural process, where the coffee fruit are first classified to obtain those 100% ripe cherries with a high level of Brix degrees. Later they are placed on a raised bed for their dehydration process for at least a week, during which they are moved several times a day. After a week has passed, the cherries are transferred to the greenhouse patio, where during the day they are kept in a thin layer to absorb the heat of the sun and during the night they are collected in the form of a mound. This same process is repeated the next day until drying is complete.
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Drying time: From 20 to 30 days
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Resting time: 60 days or until exportation
Technical Information
| Country: | Costa Rica |
| Region: | Central Valley |
| Altitude: | 1,500 masl |
| Process: | Alma Negra |
| Producer | Oscar and Francisca Chacón |
| Variety: | Catuai, Caturra |
Shipping
We offer free shipping for all coffee and consumable purchases over $100.
For all orders under $100, the cost of delivery is:
Western Australia:
Standard Shipping
0 - 1 KG | $7.95
1 - 3KG | $9.95
More Than 3KG | $12.95
Express Shipping
0 - 1 KG | $12.95
1 - 3KG | $15.95
More Than 3KG | $19.95
Rest Of Australia:
$14.95 for standard shipping
$19.95 for express shipping
Coffee FAQ
Why is the roast date printed on the back of the bag?
We print the roast date on every bag so you know exactly when your coffee was roasted. Freshness is key to great flavor—our beans are usually at their best between 7–30 days after roasting. This gives the coffee time to “rest” and allows the flavors to fully develop.
How long will my coffee stay fresh?
Once opened, we recommend consuming your beans within 4–6 weeks. To keep them at their best, store them in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, and always reseal the bag tightly or place them in an airtight container.
Do you use a “best before” date?
Instead of a “best before” date, we focus on the roast date. Coffee doesn’t “go bad” like milk, but it will gradually lose flavor and aroma over time. Knowing the roast date lets you decide how fresh you want your brew.
How should I store my coffee?
- Keep it in the original resealable bag or an airtight container.
- Store in a cool, dark place—like a pantry, not the fridge.
- Avoid moisture, heat, and strong odors, as coffee easily absorbs them.
Do you offer subscriptions?
Yes! You can subscribe to have fresh coffee delivered to your door on a schedule that suits you. Subscriptions mean you’ll never run out of your favorite beans.
Can I trace where my coffee comes from?
Absolutely. We source our beans directly from farmers and cooperatives whenever possible. Each bag lists the origin, variety, and processing method so you know exactly where your coffee comes from.
