Coffee tasting
The Secrets of Arabica Coffee
Caramel, orange, vanilla, honey, wood and earth: did you ever imagine that you could find all these scents in a cup of coffee? An expert barista will test all your senses in an entertaining workshop. He will reveal the flavors and smells of coffee and teach you how to find the differences between types of coffee, as well as identify those of good quality and those that are not.
During the workshop you will learn how to make coffee with easy-to-use techniques such as French presses, Chemex coffee machines or pneumatic presses. Simple preparations that result in amazing tasting cups of coffee. At the end of this experience you will have the basic knowledge of an expert taster. Coffee will never be the same for you again!
Suggested Itinerary
10:00 am - Meet your Bambusa expert guide at the hotel.
10:00 am to 10:15 am - Start the tour by passing the hotel’s own vegetable garden, where we grow aromatic herbs, salads, and exotic fruits, all of which are used in our restaurant.
10:15 am to 10:45 am - Hike through the property among the plantations of the Hacienda, including lemon and yuca, until you reach La Isabela farm.
10:45 am to 11:15 am - Upon arrival, meet the owners of La Isabela and explore their cacao plantation to learn about the cultivation process.
11:15 am to 12:00 pm - Return to the hotel, choosing to hike, bike, or take a car back.
Duration: 2 hours
Difficulty Level: Easy
* We recommend complementing this experience with our Cocoa Workshop.
* Lunch can be arranged at the farm before returning to the hotel.
* All our tours are flexible and can be adapted to your needs and wishes.
