Costa Rica#17 Costa Rica, Yellow honey H3
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280,00 kr./kg
280,00 kr. for 1 kg, their cheapest per kilo · about 5,04 kr. for an 18 g espresso dose
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What Stiller's Coffee says about this coffee
Natural Reserve Volcan Azul Yellow Honey H3
Milk Chocolate, caramel, peach and vanilla.
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H3 Coffee Variety
The H3 coffee variety is known for its rounded smoothness and its ability to maintain balance without excessive acidity. It represents a fascinating chapter in the evolution of hybrid coffee cultivars, offering both innovation and exceptional flavor.
Origins and Development
H3 is a first-generation hybrid (F1), resulting from a cross between Caturra and an Ethiopian landrace (accession E531) from the CATIE collection. This hybrid was developed as part of the first wave of F1 hybrid varieties created through collaboration between:
CIRAD (a French agricultural research institute),
The regional Central American network PROMECAFE,
And CATIE (Centro Agronómico Tropical de Investigación y Enseñanza).
The goal was to produce hybrids with improved traits, including resilience and high cup quality.
Challenges and Legacy
Despite its promising qualities, H3 was not included in the final selection list after 2000 due to its susceptibility to coffee leaf rust. However, its outstanding cup quality—described as smooth, harmonious, and rich—earned it a loyal following among pr…
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