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October 22, 2024

Diego is a surfer living the Pura Vida lifestyle of Costa Rica in Alajuela, a small town in the hills outside San Jose. Diego embodies a maverick spirit, taking over his father's farm, which was initially dedicated to practical crops like sod and houseplants. Under Diego's leadership, Hacienda Sonora has become a powerhouse, pursuing excellence and sustainability.
The Milenio variety, a hybrid of Sudan Rume and Sarchimor, blends delicate profiles with rust resistance. This experimental variety offers unique traits, setting it apart in the coffee world.
We taste notes of Cherry Cordial, Chocolate, and Tropical Fruits.
Our brewing recommendation:
Dose: 20g
Ratio: 1:17
Grind: Neutral
Bloom: 1:2 for 30s
Total Brew: 3:10
TDS: 1.35
Extraction: 20%We recommend a continuous pour for a more lively cup
Espresso suggested dial:
Grind: slightly finer than neutralDose: 18g
Output: 46g in 26 secondstasting notes: tart cherry, dark chocolate, dry cabernet
April 21, 2026
Dose: 20g
Ratio: 1:17
Grind: Slightly Coarser than Neutral
Brew Time: 3:40
TDS: 1.32
Extraction: 19.7%
April 07, 2026
Ratio: 1:16
Grind: Finer than Neutral
Brew Time: 3:15
TDS: 1.45%
Extraction: 20.23%
Aldea La Chota delivers a sweet, structured cup with honeyed texture and bright green apple acidity.
March 20, 2026
Dose: 20g
Ratio: 1:17
Grind: Significantly finer than neutral (Same grind size as the Chili)
Brew Time: 3:30
TDS: 1.27%
Extraction: 19.2%
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