Tasting Notes

A complex coffee with aromas of rose and tropical fruits. A sweet cup with hints of strawberry jam, passionfruit, and orange candy . Milk chocolate in the finish. Excellent as pour-over or cold brew.

*1st Place 2024 Hawaii Coffee Association Cupping Competition*

*1st Place 2023 Kona Coffee Cupping Competition*

*1st Place 2022 Hawaii Coffee Association Cupping Competition*

*1st Place 2021 Kona Coffee Cupping Competition*

*95 points on Coffee Review* *#15 Coffee of 2021, Coffee Review*

Background Info

 Geisha has been the world's most sought after coffee variety since it rose to fame in 2004 after Hacienda La Esmeralda won the Best of Panama cupping competition with it. Since then it has slowly been planted at farms around the world.

In March, 2015 Doug McKenna imported Geisha seeds to Hawaii from Finca La Milagrosa in Boquete, Panama. in February, 2018 he planted 2000 trees of Geisha in a field over-looking Kealakekua bay in Kona. 

2020 was the first commercial sized harvest. Beginning in July we began working with farm owner Doug Mckenna doing yeast fermentation trials on the cherries with a dozen different wine yeast strains and several processing methods. We found a couple that paired very nicely with the geisha variety, helping to accentuate its inherent tropical fruit aromas when paired with our Champagne natural processing method. In 2021 this coffee began racking up awards in cupping competitions. Doug has continued to refine the process more and In July 2024 his geisha once again took 1st place in the Hawaii Coffee Association cupping contest out of 100+ entries from across the state.

Frequently Asked Question

What is yeast fermented natural coffee?

Yeast fermented natural coffee is a technique in which yeast is introduced to the coffee during the fermentation process. This controlled fermentation can lead to greater consistency and distinct flavor profiles, often enhancing the coffee's complexity and depth. The process is akin to making wine or beer, hence the "Champagne" in our Kona Geisha Champagne Natural.

What is light roast coffee?

Light roast coffee refers to coffee beans that have been roasted for a shorter time, resulting in a lighter color and no oil on the surface of the beans. Light roasts are known for their vibrant, fruity, and acidic flavors, which allow the unique taste profiles of the coffee's origin to shine through. They offer a more nuanced, delicate flavor compared to darker roasts.