Panama Geisha - Hacienda Barbara Anaerobic Washed

Panama Geisha - Anaerobic Washed from the Hacienda Barbara Estate!

Important: Part of our Superlative Menu, this coffee is roasted to order in small batches to ensure maximum freshness. We typically roast this lot once per week, so please allow extra time for your order. The best way to secure your bag is to order online for pickup or courier delivery. 

The Hacienda Barbara Estate is well known for growing specialty coffee in the best regions of Panama for over 20 years. The farms are located in Jaramillo and Piedra Candela regions. Both farms have produced the 'Best of Panama' winning Catuais (type of coffee variety grown).

We have both the Hacienda Barbara (HB) Geishas: washed and anerobic washed. 

What is the difference?
Anerobic processing is when the coffee is fermented without oxygen in pressurised tanks with C02 built up.  This additional pressure forces the juices and sugars into the coffee and often have a distinct lactic acid fermented taste.

As a coffee roaster, we’ve roasted this bean to bring out the most of its natural flavours.  This specialty coffee has been roasted light to suit mainly filter-style brew methods.  

Geisha/Gesha

Geisha (or Gesha) is the name of this extremely rare coffee variety originated in Ethiopia, although now commonly grown in other areas and often associated with Panamian coffees.  The Geisha variety is one of the most sought-after coffee varieties in the world for its extraordinary taste and unique aroma.

The Geisha trees require a significant amount of care, attention and labour compared to other coffee trees.  This meticulous process results in a lower yield than other coffee types.

For coffee professionals who dedicate their lives to the bean, the Panama Geisha coffee is considered as close to perfection as you can get.

The Panama Geisha auction fetches the highest-priced coffees in the world.  More info about Geisha can be found here: 'Why a Pound of Panama Geisha Coffee Sold for $1,029'.

Age

Ageing these Geisha beans is very important, and we kindly ask you to let this coffee sit for at least 2 weeks after its roast date.  These beans hold their aroma and flavour for over 3 months from their roast date.