About this lot
A Natural Revolution When it comes to coffee from Hellen, we started this season on a high note with a Geisha, and now, before you is Caturra. Although Caturra was born in Brazil, it made its true career in Colombia, and later right here in Costa Rica. According to World Coffee Research and Perfect Daily Grind, it is an absolute classic and a benchmark against which other modern botanical varieties are evaluated. What is worth knowing about it? – Compact growth: Caturra possesses a dwarfing gene. The bushes are short and stocky, allowing farmers to plant more densely and harvest the cherries much more easily. – A demanding patient: The price for high yield is fragile health. Caturra is extremely susceptible to coffee leaf rust (roya) and pests, meaning it requires a ton of attention, knowledge, and care from the farmer. – Cup profile: When grown at the right altitude, it rewards you with