Best Ways to Drink and Enjoy
Costa Rica
Awaken the Season.
As winter softens and the light lingers just a little longer, March invites renewal. It’s a season of fresh air, open windows, and brighter mornings.
This month, we’re featuring Costa Rica — a clean, vibrant roast known for its lively acidity, smooth body, and crisp finish. Grown in high-altitude regions with rich volcanic soil, Costa Rican coffee is celebrated for its clarity and balance.
It’s bright without being sharp. Smooth without being heavy. The perfect cup to welcome spring.
Awaken the season.
Our Favorite Ways to Enjoy our March Spotlight Coffee
☕ Flavor Profile
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Body: Smooth & balanced
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Acidity: Bright & lively
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Finish: Clean, crisp, refreshing
Costa Rica shines because of its natural clarity — making it incredibly versatile across brewing styles.
Featured Recipe 1: Honey Cinnamon Costa Rica Latte
Warm, bright, and gently sweet — this latte highlights Costa Rica’s clean acidity while softening it with natural honey and a touch of spice.
Ingredients
• 1 cup freshly brewed Costa Rica coffee
• ½ cup milk or oat milk
• 1 teaspoon raw honey
• Dash of cinnamon
• Optional: 1 oz Irish whiskey (for St. Patrick’s Day)
Instructions
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Brew your Costa Rica coffee using pour-over or drip method.
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While hot, stir in the honey until fully dissolved.
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Heat and froth your milk of choice.
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Pour the steamed milk into the coffee and sprinkle lightly with cinnamon.
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For a festive twist, add Irish whiskey before topping with milk.
Why It Works
The honey rounds out the coffee’s natural brightness, while cinnamon enhances its warmth without masking the bean’s clean, crisp finish.
Featured Recipe #2: Citrus Vanilla Iced Costa Rica
Fresh, light, and perfect for early spring afternoons — this recipe enhances Costa Rica’s lively profile with subtle citrus and vanilla notes.
Ingredients
• 1 cup chilled Costa Rica coffee
• Ice
• ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• Twist of fresh orange peel (expressed over the glass)
• Splash of cream or oat milk (optional)
Instructions
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Fill a glass with ice.
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Pour chilled Costa Rica coffee over the ice.
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Stir in vanilla extract.
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Gently twist an orange peel over the top to release the oils, then discard.
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Add milk if desired.
Why It Works
Costa Rica’s bright acidity pairs beautifully with citrus oils. The vanilla adds smoothness while preserving the coffee’s crisp, refreshing finish.
☘️ Featured St. Patrick’s Day Recipe
The Quarry Irish Coffee
Bold. Balanced. Classic — with clarity.
Costa Rica’s bright, clean structure makes it the perfect base for an elevated Irish coffee. Its lively acidity cuts through the richness of cream and whiskey, creating a beautifully balanced cup.
Ingredients
• 1 cup freshly brewed Costa Rica coffee
• 1 oz Irish whiskey
• 1–2 teaspoons brown sugar
• Lightly whipped heavy cream
• Optional: pinch of sea salt
Instructions
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Brew Costa Rica coffee hot and fresh.
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Stir in brown sugar until dissolved.
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Add Irish whiskey and stir gently.
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Slowly float lightly whipped cream over the back of a spoon so it rests on top.
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Add a tiny pinch of sea salt if desired.
Sip through the cream — don’t stir — for the classic experience.
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