La Candelilla Estate Coffee Beans

Summer is here—what comes to mind? Watermelons, electric fans, blazing sun, and the flickering fireflies at dusk. Compared to the same old commercial coffee, specialty coffee, with its unique character and pursuit of natural quality, stands out at this time of year, as we can choose to brew beans from La Candelilla Estate, grown in an eco-friendly environment rich with fireflies.

La Candelilla Estate, translated as “Little Candle,” is renowned for its abundant fireflies, named after the glowing insects that light up the nearby streams on summer nights. It is an award-winning COE estate in Costa Rica, consisting of nine small farms owned and operated by nine Sanchez siblings and their families. Together, they manage all aspects of production and combine their individual harvests. The estate is run by Hugo and his daughter Marcia, who built it together in 2000 to gain better control over quality, efficiency, and costs. Our La Candelilla product is a blend of Caturra and Catuai varieties from all nine farms.

The Gesha coffee beans are among the relatively younger cultivars on the estate, and thanks to varying soil conditions, microclimates, and terroirs, they produce distinct yet equally refined flavors of Costa Rican Gesha. They boast a rich acidity and a long, lingering finish, with prominent notes of almond, plum, citrus, sweet flowers, and berries.

The captivating floral aroma and bright, uplifting acidity of Gesha coffee have won widespread acclaim, and its repeated victories in competitions prove it to be an exceptional specialty coffee. Beyond Panama, this Costa Rican Gesha is also outstanding—perfect for dancing with fireflies on a hot summer’s night.