Carlos Castro • Washed-Processed Catuai from Rio Jorco

The Rio Jorco Wet Mill has a true "rise of the phoenix" story. With a long history of producing some of the most consistent, representative, and accessible coffee from Tarrazú, Costa Rica, the farm and mill built a strong reputation and set a high standard for local coffee production. However, after years of success, poor financial decisions led to significant trouble, and the project reached a point where it had to be sold. Recently, Carlos Castro, a kind-hearted farmer and philanthropist, purchased the mill with the goal of supporting the surrounding community. Since Carlos and his family took over, Rio Jorco has flourished, not just in business, but more importantly in the health of its plantations and the well-being of its mill operations. Alongside Carlos’ daughter, her husband Yendry, and their trusted colleague Gerardo, they’ve not only revived Rio Jorco but have elevated it beyond its previous reputation.