Costa Rican arabica from Finca Monte Alto, operated by Cafe Directo in the Tarrazú region. Grown at elevations up to 2,000 meters altitude. Naturally processed on patio and raised beds, with selective hand harvesting and flotation separation. Dried for approximately 30 days on raised beds. The beans are intended for espresso preparation and showcase the complex characteristics typical of high-altitude Costa Rican coffees.
Based in Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom, Penelope Coffee is run by Giancarlo, Michelle, and their daughter Penelope, who together bring diverse expertise to specialty coffee roasting. The team sources only specialty graded coffees from the top 20% of the international market, maintaining exacting standards in bean selection. Giancarlo brings training from recognized coffee masters and holds industry qualifications that inform roasting decisions and quality standards. Operating a Giesen roaster with meticulous attention to conscious environmental decisions, the micro roastery reflects values that extend from sourcing through roasting to packaging and delivery.
