- We source, process, export, and sell Arabica coffee
- We provide technical assistance to coffee growers
- We run a coffee quality lab
- We handle transport logistics
Founded 1970
And part of Volcafe's 170+ year history.
Growing regions
Central and West Valley, Tarrazu and southern region
Volcafe Costa Rica is the largest exporter in the country, accounting for 30-35% of all Costa Rican yearly exports. We have four wet mills located in all of the coffee-producing regions and one dry mill for exports.
All coffee is milled and then cupped on a daily basis with 100-400 cups cupped on a daily basis.
We export everything from undergrades to 90+ microlots.
Coffee flavour profile
- Varies depending on region
- Central and West Valley have a more round and balanced cup
- Tarrazu has a balanced cup with high acidity
Office Address
Oficinas Centrales Volcafe Costa Rica / Café Capris S.A.
Heredia, Heredia
Del Puente Yolanda Oreamuno 50 metros noroeste,
Segundo portón a mano derecha. From the Yolanda Oreamuno bridge go 50 meters northeast, second gate on the righthand side.
Tel: +506-2261-6666
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General Manager
Rafael Hernandez Osti
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| Species / varieties | Arabica (Caturra, Catuai, Sarchimor) |
| Altitude range | 900-2000 masl |
| Harvest dates | November-February |
| Processing | Dry mill, wet mill, drying station, cupping/quality lab |
| Number of farmers | 1,500 farmers |
| Volcafe Way Business Model Farms | 8 business model farms |
| Volcafe Way field team members | 7 field team members |
| Certification qualifications | Fairtrade (FLO ID 18788), Rainforest Alliance. C.A.F.E. Practices, Nespresso AAA |
