Cupping Profile
Coffee with aroma of granny smith apple, white grapes, sweetness of maple syrup, clean and balanced.
SCA Score 87,5
Availability: 5 bags/ 46 kg
Producer: Noble Esperanza (Cup of Excellence Winner 2026!)
Region: West Valley, Costa Rica
Altitude: 1500 masl
The minimum amount of bags for this lot is 1 bag of 46 kg. The admin costs of the warehouse are €40/order.
How much did we pay the farmer? Find out here.
201- SL28 La Casita White Honey
SL28
SL28, a distinguished Arabica coffee variety renowned for its exceptional quality and distinct flavor profile. Originally developed in Kenya, SL28 has garnered global acclaim for its complex character and unique taste. Characterized by its bold acidity, full body, and pronounced sweetness, SL28 offers a sensory journey like no other.
With flavor notes ranging from bright citrus to rich blackcurrant and floral undertones, each sip unveils a symphony of flavors that captivates the palate. At the heart of our SL28 beans lies a commitment to excellence – meticulously cultivated and processed to showcase the varietal's inherent brilliance. Indulge in the unparalleled richness and depth of SL28 coffee, and experience a taste of Kenya's coffee heritage with every cup.
We ship within the European Union. For sales outside of the EU please contact us.
General
16 kg. bags are sent with signed postal service. and the cost is between €12,50 and €35, depending on the country of delivery. 40 kg and 46 kg bags are sent with courier/freight transport. Local delivery in The Netherlands is €80 per pallet (1-10 bags) and other European countries between €80-250 per pallet (1-10 bags). Please contact us if you want to know any specifics. Courier charges are volatile and can vary from week to week.
Shipping Costs
Shipping costs are calculated during checkout based on weight, dimensions and destination of the items in the order. Payment for shipping will be collected with the purchase.
This price will be the final price for shipping cost to the customer.
Transit Time Domestically
In general, domestic (EU) shipments are in transit for 2 - 7 days
Orders placed before 12:00 will be dispatched the same day, otherwise, within the next business day.
Our warehouse operates on Monday - Friday during standard business hours, except on national holidays at which time the warehouse will be closed. In these instances, we take steps to ensure shipment delays will be kept to a minimum.
Change Of Delivery Address
For change of delivery address requests, we are able to change the address at any time before the order has been dispatched.
P.O. Box Shipping
Grounds Costa Rica will ship to P.O. box addresses using postal services only. We are unable to offer couriers services to these locations. Only 16 kg. bags can be sent using postal service.
Availability
Subject to stock availability. We try to maintain accurate stock counts on our website but from time-to-time there may be a stock discrepancy and we will not be able to fulfill all your items at time of purchase. In this instance, we will fulfill the available products to you, and contact you about whether you would prefer to await restocking of the backordered item or if you would prefer for us to process a refund.
1. Fruit picking
2. Cherries are washed with ozone water to ensure absence of foreign pathogens and bacteria
3. Coffee is peeled in a Penagos machine which also controls the amount of honey that should be left on the bean. This is done by water pressure in order to save water.
4. Sun dried on patios in a greenhouse for approximately 15 days
5. Stored in parchment until preparation for export
