Costa Rica La Montaña Cherry Dried by Raymond Brigleb - Coffee Tasting Review | Unpacking Coffee [ ](https://unpacking.coffee)[ ![Unpacking Coffee Logo](/images/cuppin-logo.svg) Unpacking Coffee ](https://unpacking.coffee/dashboard) [ Coffees ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees) [ Cuppings ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings) [ Recipes ](https://unpacking.coffee/recipes) [ Log in ](https://unpacking.coffee/login) [ ](https://unpacking.coffee/login "Log in") [ Register ](https://unpacking.coffee/register) [ ](https://unpacking.coffee/register "Register") [ Cuppings ](https://unpacking.coffee/cuppings) Cupping Details Cupping Details =============== [ Costa Rica La Montaña Cherry Dried ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/73-costa-rica-la-montana-cherry-dried) from [ Máquina Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/53-maquina-coffee-roasters) Tasted by [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) 5 months ago Flavors Observed [ cherry pie ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/141 "The deep red-brown color (#8B0000) represents the rich, almost-brooding tones of a freshly baked cherry pie, with the deep red hue capturing the intensity of the cherry flavor.") [ cinnamon ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/45 "Cinnamon is a warm, earthy spice that can add a cozy, comforting note to specialty coffee. The rich, reddish-brown hue of cinnamon pairs well with the complex flavors and aromas found in high-quality coffee beans.") [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "Dark chocolate is a rich, indulgent flavor that is often associated with deep, earthy notes in specialty coffee. The dark, almost black color of the hex code reflects the intensity and complexity of this flavor profile.") [ orange ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/17 "The orange flavor in coffee can evoke a vibrant, citrusy note that adds a refreshing and zesty dimension to the overall tasting experience. This flavor can be found in certain coffee origins, such as some Kenyan or Ethiopian coffee beans, where the high-altitude cultivation and processing methods bring out these distinct orange-like nuances.") Tasting Notes This is a really nice offering. Cherry flavors for days! Brewing Recipe ### Blue Bottle Chemex Recipe by [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) • 5:00 The classic Blue Bottle Chemex method, known for producing a clean, tea-like cup. This recipe highlights delicate flavors and bright acidity. ### Ingredients Coffee 42g Water 700ml Temperature 93°C Grind Medium-coarse Ratio 1:16.7 Time 4:30-5:00 0:00 Place Chemex filter with triple-fold facing spout 0:00 Rinse filter thoroughly with hot water, discard rinse water 0:00 Add 42g coffee ground medium-coarse (sea salt texture) 0:45 0:45 Start timer, pour 84g water in spiral for bloom 0:45 1:30 Pour to 200g in slow, steady spiral 0:45 2:15 Pour to 400g maintaining even saturation 0:45 3:00 Pour to 700g for final brew weight 2:00 5:00 Allow complete drawdown (target 4:30-5:00 total) 5:00 Remove filter and serve immediately More about this coffee ### [ Costa Rica La Montaña Cherry Dried ](https://unpacking.coffee/coffees/73-costa-rica-la-montana-cherry-dried) by [ Máquina Coffee Roasters ](https://unpacking.coffee/roasters/53-maquina-coffee-roasters) Process Natural Country Costa Rica Source Vargas Pastos Family First noted Oct 12, 2025 Last tasted Oct 12, 2025 1 cupping [ cherry pie ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/141 "cherry pie") [ dark chocolate ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/34 "dark chocolate") [ cinnamon ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/45 "cinnamon") [ orange ](https://unpacking.coffee/flavors/17 "orange") Log In to Cup Log in to your account Enter your email and password to continue Email address Password Remember me Cancel Log in Need an account? [Sign up](https://unpacking.coffee/register) Brew Date Oct 12 Roast Date Oct 7 Created 5 months ago Cupping Details Method Chemex Tasted by [@rbrigleb](https://unpacking.coffee/users/rbrigleb) Use filters or recent searches to refine your results. Press Esc to close. Filters 12 showing Users 0 Coffees 0 Roasters 0 Recipes 0 Explore featured coffees Start typing to search across the entire database. 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