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Read our Coffee Varieties articleHistory and Flavor Profile of Villa Sarchi
In the mid-19th century, the Bourbon variety made its way to Costa Rica. At some point, a single gene in this plant’s DNA mutated, causing the plant to grow smaller, and–just like that–Villa Sarchi was created!
Over the years, Villa Sarchi gained popularity for its compact growth (which equaled higher yields!) and exceptional flavor.
Although it’s a great variety, Villa Sarchi is found mostly in Costa Rica. It is well-suited to thrive in the country’s high-altitude regions, as it’s able to hold its own against strong winds.
It’s little wonder Costa Rica keeps this variety close to home as Villa Sarchi boasts production yields nearly 40% higher than that of the standard Bourbon variety!
That’s great for coffee farmers. But this variety is also great for coffee drinkers.
While its name might mean coffee “from the village of Sarchí”, Villa Sarchi makes itself at home anywhere. With slight variations depending on processing, it consistently delivers delectable cups brimming with notes of dark chocolate, red fruits, and nuttiness–all balanced with refined acidity.














