El Poeta comes from smallholder farmers near San Ramón in Costa Rica's West Central Valley, nicknamed the Land of the Poets, and is processed at the Café de Altura de San Ramón micro-mill.
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Citrus, mixed nuts, silky
- Origin
- San Rafael, Alajuela, Costa Rica
- Process
- Washed
- Roast
- Light
- Roaster
- Fratello Coffee Roasters
Roast level
About this coffee
What the roaster tells us.
El Poeta comes from smallholder farmers near San Ramón in Costa Rica’s West Central Valley, nicknamed the Land of the Poets, and is processed at the Café de Altura de San Ramón micro-mill. It’s a fully washed Catuai and Caturra grown at 1,200 to 1,500 meters. Fratello roasts it light and describes it as mellow and silky, with citrus fruit and mixed nuts. Fratello is based in Calgary and ships within Canada.
Product details checked 2026-10-20. Roaster descriptions can change between lots. Tasting notes describe sensory impressions, not a guarantee of how your brew will taste.
Where it’s from
San Rafael, Alajuela, Costa Rica
RoasterFratello Coffee Roasters
OriginSan Rafael, Alajuela, Costa Rica
ProcessWashed
RoastLight
From farm to cup
Where it grew, how it was made, how it’s roasted.
Straight from the roaster’s listing — no guesswork added.
Step 01 · OriginGrown
San Rafael, Alajuela, Costa Rica
Step 02 · ProcessProcessed
Washed
Step 03 · RoastRoasted
Light
Before you buy
Is it right for you?
You’ll like it if…
- You enjoy bright, fruity coffees.
- You like sweet, nutty or caramel flavors.
- You brew pour-over or drip and like a lighter body.
Maybe skip it if…
- You want a dark, roasty, classic cup.
The details
- Variety
- Catuai, Caturra
- Altitude
- 1,200–1,500 m
- Producer or farm
- Smallholders delivering to the Café de Altura de San Ramón micro-mill
- Bag size
- 12 oz bag
- Price
- CA$21.00
- Price per ounce
- CA$1.75 per oz
From the roaster’s listing, checked October 20, 2026. Prices change.
About coffee from Costa Rica
Costa Rica is known for its micro-mills, where small farms process their own coffee, and for helping popularize the honey process. Regions like Tarrazú and the West Valley produce clean, sweet, bright coffees.
What the process means
In a washed process, the fruit is removed from the bean before it dries. Washed coffees tend to taste clean and bright, and show off the character of the origin.
How to brew it
Starting recipes for this roast level. Adjust grind and ratio to taste; the roaster’s own guidance always wins.
| Method | Coffee | Water | Grind | Water temp | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pour-over Our pick | 15 g | 250 g | Medium-fine | 96°C / 205°F | 2:30–3:30 |
| French press | 30 g | 500 g | Coarse | 96°C / 205°F | 4 minutes |
| Cold brew | 100 g | 800 g | Coarse | Cold water | 12–18 hours in the fridge |
The people behind this coffee
Meet Fratello Coffee Roasters
Fratello traces its roots to 1974, when Cam Prefontaine started a coffee distribution business in Calgary. It began roasting in 1985 and took the Fratello name in 1997, and Cam's sons Chris and Russ run the family company today from an 18,000-square-foot roastery in southeast Calgary. Fratello buys through direct-trade partners in places like Costa Rica, Guatemala, Colombia and Brazil, and its Godfather Espresso is the house best-seller. Fratello ships within Canada.
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Espresso starting point
Dial it in
A 1:2 dose-to-yield ratio is a common place to start. Adjust grind and taste — the roaster’s own guidance always wins.
In18g
Out36g
Time25–30s
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Questions
Fratello Coffee Roasters Costa Rica El Poeta FAQ
What does Fratello Coffee Roasters Costa Rica El Poeta taste like?
Fratello Coffee Roasters lists tasting notes of citrus, mixed nuts and silky. It's a light roast.
Where does Fratello Coffee Roasters Costa Rica El Poeta come from?
It comes from San Rafael, Alajuela, Costa Rica. The producer is Smallholders delivering to the Café de Altura de San Ramón micro-mill. It was grown at 1,200–1,500 m.
How is Fratello Coffee Roasters Costa Rica El Poeta processed?
The roaster lists the process as washed. In a washed process, the fruit is removed from the bean before it dries.
Is Fratello Coffee Roasters Costa Rica El Poeta good for espresso?
It can be pulled as espresso, but it's roasted light for filter brewing, so expect bright, tart shots. It shines most as pour-over or drip.
What's the best way to brew Fratello Coffee Roasters Costa Rica El Poeta?
A good starting point is pour-over: 15 g of coffee to 250 g of water, medium-fine grind, water at 96°C / 205°F, about 2:30–3:30. Adjust to taste.
Where can I buy Fratello Coffee Roasters Costa Rica El Poeta?
You can buy it from Fratello Coffee Roasters. Prices and availability change, so check the current listing before you order.
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