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Smith Café · Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
El Naranjo, Costa Rica · La Bandera de Diego · Diego Hidalgo
Caramel, Fudge, Raspberry
ProcessWhite honey
VarietalCatuai
Personal ImpressionLiked
A friend brought this back to me from a trip to Quebec City. While I would say it leans in the direction of a traditional roast profile (which I tend to shy away from) this coffee still maintains a pleasant balance and approachable character.
Definitely a lingering caramel-esque note on this one, just as the bag suggests.
Brewed with: Pour over, Espresso
The Farm
Diego Hidalgo runs La Bandera in Costa Rica. According to Smith, he returned after ten years in the United States to take over the family farm from his father. Smith began its sourcing relationship with him following a visit in 2020.
About the roaster
La Maison Smith began in 2013 with a café at Place Royale in Old Quebec. It has since opened cafés across Quebec City and started roasting its own coffee in 2018.
October 15, 2026
