What is specialty coffee?

Specialty coffee refers to high-quality coffee beans that are sourced from specific microclimates, carefully cultivated, harvested, and processed to bring out unique flavors and characteristics. It emphasizes quality, sustainability, and traceability throughout the entire coffee supply chain.

How is specialty coffee different from regular coffee?

Specialty coffee focuses on the quality and unique characteristics of the coffee beans, whereas regular coffee is more about mass production and consistency. Specialty coffee often has distinct flavors, and its beans are graded and scored based on attributes such as aroma, taste, and body.

What is single-origin coffee?

Single-origin coffee refers to coffee beans that are sourced from a single geographical region, farm, or producer. This can highlight the unique characteristics of the coffee beans influenced by the specific climate, soil, and processing methods of that region.

How is Geisha Coffee graded and scored?

Specialty Geisha Coffee is graded and scored using a standardized system developed by the Specialty Coffee Association. Beans are evaluated based on factors such as aroma, flavor, acidity, body, and balance. A coffee must score at least 80 out of 100 points to be considered specialty grade.

What are the best brewing methods for Geisha Coffee?

There is no one-size-fits-all answer, as the best brewing method depends on personal preferences and the specific characteristics of the coffee beans. Common methods include pour-over, French press, Aeropress, espresso, and cold brew. Experimenting with different methods can help you find the best way to showcase the unique flavors of Geisha Coffee.

How should I store Geisha Coffee?

To maintain freshness and flavor, store Geisha Coffee in an airtight container away from light, heat, and moisture. Avoid storing them in the refrigerator or freezer, as temperature fluctuations can negatively affect the taste and quality.

Espresso Havana

Name: Espresso Havana
Brand: Paradise Coffee
SKU: havana
Price: 25.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Regular price $25

Unit price per

Weight:

12oz

5lb

Grind:

Whole Bean

Auto-Drip

French Press

Quantity:

Coffee Profile

Continent: Latin America, Asia

Country: Honduras, Indonesia, Nicaragua, Panama

Farm: Various

Process: Washed, Natural, Wet-Hulled

Region: Various

Variety: Various

Roast Scale

Light Medium Dark

Tasting Notes

Sweet and spicy, dark chocolate, toasted nuts, cedar and smoke. Creamy coating mouthfeel, especially as a straight shot. With the addition of milk this espresso sweetens considerably, adding notes of chocolate milk, cherry and vanilla. Our absolute favorite for making cappuccinos.

Background Info

When we first launched Espresso Havana - way back in 2006 - we were aiming to build a Dark Roast espresso that would pair nicely with cigars: something a bit darker with sweet & spicy tobacco-like flavors that amplified in milk based beverages.

The new 2024 iteration is that and more! Espresso Havana weaves notes of citrus peel, cherry, and milk chocolate from our Nicaragua Gesha Natural , with heavy bodied, smoke and spice from our Aged Sumatra Lintong. You'll find it absolutely transform with the addition of steamed milk, from heavy, spicy and broody to creamy and incredibly sweet.

Brewing Recommendations

Water Temp: 93C/199F

Dose: 20g

Yeild: 40mL

Extraction time: 25 seconds