{"product_id":"koppi-monte-copey-la-mesa-black-wash-typica-costa-rica","title":"Koppi - Monte Copey La Mesa Black Wash Typica | Costa Rica","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"57\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"57\"\u003eCosta Rica — Monte Copey La Mesa Black Wash Typica\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"145\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"145\"\u003eTastes Like — Tropical - Complex - Ripe Berries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"150\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"166\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"166\"\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"168\" data-end=\"427\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"234\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"234\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"206\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monte Copey (La Mesa Lot)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"283\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"283\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"248\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dota Valley, Tarrazú, Costa Rica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"308\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"308\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"286\" data-end=\"299\"\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"336\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"336\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"323\"\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Wash\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"372\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"372\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"352\"\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~1,900–2,000 masl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"408\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"408\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"391\"\u003eRoast Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light (Filter)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"427\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"427\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"411\" data-end=\"420\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"432\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"484\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"437\" data-end=\"484\"\u003eINTRO — High-Elevation Precision from Koppi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"835\"\u003eKoppi is proud to present \u003cem data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"564\"\u003eCosta Rica — Monte Copey La Mesa Black Wash Typica\u003c\/em\u003e, a refined and structured lot from the cool, misty heights of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"646\"\u003eDota Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e in Tarrazú. Grown at nearly 2,000 metres above sea level, this Typica expresses remarkable clarity, density, and layered acidity — hallmarks of extreme elevation and meticulous processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eKoppi’s roast approach here is delicate and transparent, designed to highlight both the elegance of Typica and the distinct character of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eBlack Wash\u003c\/strong\u003e method — a process that adds depth and subtle fruit complexity without overshadowing the varietal’s natural structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1113\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1118\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003eTHE PRODUCER — Monte Copey, La Mesa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003eMonte Copey is known for cultivating coffee at some of the highest altitudes in Costa Rica. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eLa Mesa\u003c\/strong\u003e lot comes from a carefully managed parcel where cool temperatures and mineral-rich soils slow cherry maturation, allowing sugars and aromatics to develop gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003eTypica, one of coffee’s foundational heirloom varieties, thrives in these conditions. Its naturally refined acidity and balanced sweetness are amplified by the farm’s attention to harvesting precision and post-harvest detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003eTHE PROCESS — The Black Wash Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1913\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003eBlack Wash\u003c\/strong\u003e process is an adaptation of Costa Rica’s innovative honey processing tradition. It combines elements of washed clarity with controlled fermentation to deepen sweetness and structure:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"2257\"\u003e🍒 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1918\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003eSelective Harvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e — Only perfectly ripe cherries are hand-picked\u003cbr data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003e🧪 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1995\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003eExtended Fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Cherries undergo a carefully managed fermentation prior to washing with mucilage in situ.\u003cbr data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2092\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2111\"\u003eWashed Clean\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mucilage is removed to preserve clarity and structure\u003cbr data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003eSlow Drying\u003c\/strong\u003e — Beans are dried gradually at high altitude to lock in complexity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2259\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003eThis method results in a cup that maintains the crisp transparency of a washed coffee while carrying additional depth and fruit resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"2402\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2404\" data-end=\"2447\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2447\"\u003eTHE CUP — Structured, Elegant \u0026amp; Deep\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2449\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003eIn the cup, \u003cem data-start=\"2461\" data-end=\"2500\"\u003eMonte Copey La Mesa Black Wash Typica\u003c\/em\u003e is poised and articulate — balancing bright acidity with grounded sweetness.\u003cstrong data-start=\"2583\" data-end=\"2600\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2833\" data-end=\"3052\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThe body is silky yet firm, with a clean, lingering finish that reflects both altitude and precision. This is Typica at its most elegant — a testament to Monte Copey’s terroir and Koppi’s thoughtful roasting philosophy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"287\" data-start=\"117\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWe recommend brewing with beans that are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eat least two weeks off roast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. All beans are roasted to peak flavour at around 8-12 weeks. We have the option to either purchase standard beans (at least 2 weeks but no longer than 6 weeks off roast), or rested beans (at least 7 weeks off roast, no longer than 12). For peak flavour, if you are looking to use immediately, we recommend purchasing the rested beans. If you are adding to your rotation of beans, we recommend purchasing the standard and allowing the beans to naturally rest and mature whilst you rotate through other beans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Koppi Roasters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57303745986934,"sku":"KOPPI-MONTE-LAMESA-BLACKWASH","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/9152\/5021\/files\/OnyxCoffeeThumbnails_29.png?v=1771237274","url":"https:\/\/sigmacoffee.co.uk\/de\/products\/koppi-monte-copey-la-mesa-black-wash-typica-costa-rica","provider":"Sigma Coffee UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}