¡Welcome to our world of Smiles and Coffee!
¡Welcome to our world of
Smiles and Coffee!
Costa Rica
We are a small peace-loving country, so much so that we were the first country in the world without an army, we also have a robust social security and free education for almost 200 years.
We are the most stable democracy in Latin America and the only country in the world with a record of continuous use of clean energy to produce electricity.
The happiest country in the world
The
happiest
country
in the world
We have been declared on several occasions as “the happiest country in the
world”, and our slogan is “pure life”.
Our people
Kattia
Experts hands enjoying the harvest
Ariel
A Smile of pride
for a wonderful product
Alejandro
A lover and passionate about Specialty Coffee
Kattia
Experts hands enjoying the harvest
Ariel
A Smile of pride
for a wonderful product
Alejandro
A lover and passionate about Specialty Coffee
Costa Rican Coffee
95% of Costa Rican coffee exports are unprocessed green grains, and although the formula has been successful, it could be further improved if we added more value to that already marvelous product.
Costa Rican Coffee
95% of Costa Rican coffee exports are unprocessed green grains,
and although the formula has been successful,
it could be further improved if we added more value to that already marvelous product.
Exporting our roasted coffee to the rest of the world makes a huge difference, not only because its roasting process generates additional jobs, but also because it takes us directly to the consumer, providing a guaranteed quality product, 100% Costa Rican and through our brand: Smile! It’s a Costarican Coffee®, that suggests a brief review of this beautiful piece of land.
Exporting our roasted coffee to the rest of the world makes a huge difference, not only because its roasting process generates additional jobs, but also because it takes us directly to the consumer, providing a guaranteed quality product, 100% Costa Rican and through our brand: Smile! It’s a Costarican Coffee®, that suggests a brief review of this beautiful piece of land.
Artisan Process
Artisan Process
Only the best Peaberry Coffee
Fair payment for the producing families
Craft handmade process
Micro Roasters
Only the
best Peaberry
Coffee
Fair payment for
the producing
families
Craft
handmade
process
Micro
Roasters
“Smile! It's a Costa Rican Coffee®”
It comes from our best and worldwide recognized coffee region: TARRAZÚ, COSTA RICA.
In addition to its extraordinary conditions to produce coffee,
this region is characterized by having the large number of small producers, who guarantee the special care of the plantations and
the quality of our coffee.
“Smile! It's a Costa Rican Coffee®”
It comes from our best and worldwide recognized coffee region:
TARRAZÚ, COSTA RICA.
In addition to its extraordinary conditions to produce coffee,
this region is characterized by having the large number of small producers,
who guarantee the special care of the plantations and
the quality of our coffee.
Costa Rican coffee transcends the limits of a simple drink,
it is an emblem that is intertwined with the smiles and quality of its people.
Rooted in the mountains and carefully cultivated, our coffee becomes a catalyst for smiles, infusing energy and awakening emotions in those who have the privilege of enjoying it.
Costa Rican coffee transcends the limits of a simple drink, it is an emblem that is intertwined with the smiles and quality of its people.
Rooted in the mountains and carefully cultivated, our coffee becomes a catalyst for smiles, infusing energy and awakening emotions in those who have the privilege of enjoying it.
Specialty
Coffee
What does it mean Specialty Coffee?
Specialty Coffee refers to the whole process, from the farmer to the cup, using coffee from a single origin.
It refers to the way in which the coffee is roasted and how it is extracted.
Specialty Coffees are grown in ideal climates, and are distinctive due to their full cup flavor and their minimal amount of defects.
The Quality Score is evaluated according to a variety of factors,
including aroma, acidity, balance, body, mouthfeel and taste.
What does it mean Specialty Coffee?
Specialty Coffee refers to the whole process, from the farmer to the cup, using coffee from a single origin.
It refers to the way in which the coffee is roasted and how it is extracted.
Specialty Coffees are grown in ideal climates,
and are distinctive due to their full cup flavor and their minimal amount of defects.
The Quality Score is evaluated according to a variety of factors,
including aroma, acidity, balance, body, mouthfeel and taste.
Technical Profile
Technical Profile
DARK ROAST
Ground or Whole Bean
100% Arabica Coffee
REGION: Tarrazú, Costa Rica
ALTITUDE: 1,400 - 1,600 meters (SHB)
PROCESS: Fully washed
NOTES: Nuts, caramel and chocolate
Well-balanced and full-bodied, soft acidity
PRESENTATION: 8.8 oz (250g) WITH DEGASSING VALVE
TASTING SCORE (SCA): +84 points*
*A coffee with a cupping score above 80 is considered a Specialty Coffee.
Ground or Whole Bean
100% Arabica Coffee
REGION: Tarrazú, Costa Rica
ALTITUDE: 1,400 - 1,600 meters (SHB)
PROCESS: Fully washed
NOTES: Nuts, caramel and chocolate
Well-balanced and full-bodied, soft acidity
PRESENTATION: 8.8 oz (250g) WITH DEGASSING VALVE
TASTING SCORE (SCA): +84 points*
*A coffee with a cupping score above 80 is considered a Specialty Coffee.
MEDIUM ROAST
Ground or Whole Bean
100% Arabica Coffee
REGION: Tarrazú, Costa Rica
ALTITUDE: 1,400 - 1,600 meters (SHB)
PROCESS: Fully washed
NOTES: Caramel fruity and floral
Soft, well-balanced and full-bodied, medium acidity
PRESENTATION: 8.8 oz (250g) WITH DEGASSING VALVE
TASTING SCORE (SCA): +84 points*
*A coffee with a cupping score above 80 is considered a Specialty Coffee.
Ground or Whole Bean
100% Arabica Coffee
REGION: Tarrazú, Costa Rica
ALTITUDE: 1,400 - 1,600 meters (SHB)
PROCESS: Fully washed
NOTES: Caramel fruity and floral
Soft, well-balanced and full-bodied, medium acidity
PRESENTATION: 8.8 oz (250g) WITH DEGASSING VALVE
TASTING SCORE (SCA): +84 points*
*A coffee with a cupping score above 80 is considered a Specialty Coffee.
Things to keep in mind when you visit Costa Rica
For breakfast, enjoy a typical “Gallo Pinto” with a delicious cup of our coffee.
Ask about Río Celeste
Learn how to say “mae”
"Pura Vida" is a lot more than just a phrase, it´s every Costa Rican's good living philosophy.
Eat some Olla de Carne
If you want more information please contact us
THOMPSON COFFEE COMPANY LTDA.
Contact: Max Thompson, CEO
Alajuela, Costa Rica 6th av, 15th street (20101)