Béco
Luis Carlos Torres
At the foot of Mount Chirripó, the highest peak in Costa Rica, in the wild valley of Rivas, the Torres family farms stretch across the meeting point of rainy and cloud forest ecosystems. This privileged location creates a mosaic of microclimates, offering a wide range of temperatures and sunlight exposure from one plot to another, ideal conditions for growing coffee.
The distinct dry season usually marks the beginning of the harvest: the sun’s warmth and dried-out soils allow the cherries to ripen slowly and perfectly. However, with climate change, conditions are becoming more variable and less predictable, making it harder to harvest at the optimal time and to dry the beans properly.
But it is Luis Carlos Torres, known as Lica, who brings true uniqueness to this land. Through his expertise and boldness, he has become a pioneer of specialty coffee in the region. A passionate experimenter, he constantly explores new fermentation and drying methods, turning each harvest into a collection of unique coffees, rich in character and aroma.

