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First Kiss
CHOCOLATE | CARAMEL | DATES
Valentine’s Day is a moment people are leaning into comfort, sweetness, and a little indulgence.
First Kiss was roasted with exactly that in mind.
This limited-run coffee is smooth, familiar, and quietly romantic, with tasting notes of chocolate, caramel, and dates. It’s approachable and comforting, with just enough richness to feel special. Think cozy mugs, lingering conversations, and that first sip that makes you pause for a second.
Behind the coffee is Fernando “Fer” Vindas, a veterinarian turned coffee farmer from San Isidro in Costa Rica’s Central Valley. His thoughtful approach to coffee, which you can read more about below, results in a beautifully balanced washed coffee that feels dependable in the best way. It’s the kind of cup people want to drink every day, and the kind they’re happy to bring home or gift to someone they care about.
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FROM VET TO THREAT - FERNANDO’S COFFEE IS MORE THAN A FEEL GOOD STORY
Fernando “Fer” Vindas is a veterinarian turned coffee farmer. When his father passed away in 2006, Fer and his siblings had to decide what to do with their farms. After much deliberation, Fer decided to take over and start milling their own coffee - they called their micromill “Cerro Alto”, which means High Hill.
I first tried Fer’s coffee in 2020 and thought it’s one of the most rounded and comforting cups of coffee I have ever had. It’s full of chocolate notes, nougat, candied pistachios, and a hint of apricot.
Over the past few years, I’ve been able to spend time at the farm and mill. It’s clear that his science background has a direct impact on his approach to coffee. He is meticulous, measured and precise. The result is a remarkable coffee and its profile is one that I want to drink every day, again and again.
I really enjoyed spending time with Fer. He is so friendly, and so, so humble. For sure meeting him made me enjoy his coffee even more. If you like coffee, you just need to try it. It will take you back and remind you of everything that’s great about this amazing beverage.
– Sebastian
