Volcanica Coffee Costa Rica Tarrazu Ground Coffee 16oz — Medium Roast, Fair Trade, Bright & Smooth

Volcanica Coffee's Costa Rica Tarrazu Original is a medium-roast, ground single-origin coffee delivering a bright, balanced cup with subtle chocolate notes.

This 16-ounce bag contains freshly roasted, Fair Trade and Rainforest Alliance certified Tarrazu beans grown at high elevation in Costa Rica’s volcanic soils. Roasting and packing are timed to lock in flavor while safety checks and lab testing reduce impurities. The result is a dependable everyday coffee that highlights Tarrazu’s clarity, pleasant acidity, and smooth finish.

What flavor profile should I expect from Tarrazu Original?

The cup leans toward brightness with medium body and a gentle chocolate undertone. Acidity is lively but balanced, making it clean on the palate without harshness. This profile works well black or with milk-based preparations.

• Notes: bright citrus and caramelized sugar with subtle chocolate
• Body: medium, smooth mouthfeel
• Finish: clean, slightly sweet

How is this coffee sourced and certified?

Beans come from the Tarrazu growing region of Costa Rica, where high-altitude farms benefit from volcanic soil and slow cherry maturation. The coffee is Fair Trade and Rainforest Alliance certified and shade-grown to support responsible farming and worker welfare. These certifications reflect environmental and social standards at origin.

• Origin: Tarrazu region, Costa Rica
• Practices: shade-grown, ethically sourced
• Certifications: Fair Trade and Rainforest Alliance

How fresh and safe is the product when it reaches my cup?

Volcanica roasts to order and seals the ground coffee promptly to preserve aroma and flavor. Before export and after arrival, the lot undergoes phytosanitary and lab testing to check for mold and mycotoxins. Roasting at high temperatures further reduces impurities for a safe, stable product.

• Fresh-roasted then promptly packed
• Phytosanitary testing before export
• Lab analysis after arrival for quality assurance

How should I brew this ground medium-roast for best results?

This ground medium roast is versatile: pour-over and drip highlight clarity, while a French press brings out more body. Use freshly filtered water between 195–205°F and adjust grind dose to taste. Store in a cool, dark place and reseal to keep flavors vibrant.

• Suggested methods: pour-over, drip, French press
• Water temp: 195–205°F for optimal extraction
• Storage: reseal bag, keep away from heat and light

Who is this for? Volcanica’s Costa Rica Tarrazu Original ground coffee suits coffee lovers who want a reliable single-origin cup with bright clarity and a smooth chocolate hint, plus conscious consumers seeking certified sourcing and rigorous safety testing. It’s ideal for home brewers who appreciate a medium roast that performs well across common brewing methods and for anyone wanting ethically minded Costa Rican coffee in a ready-to-use ground form.

Ingredients

100% Arabica Coffee From Costa Rica Tarrazu Region