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.

Jamaica Blue Mountain -Clifton Mount Natural

Jamaica Blue Mountain -Clifton Mount Natural

Name: Jamaica Blue Mountain -Clifton Mount Natural
Brand: Paradise Coffee
SKU: JBM-N-4
Price: 40.0 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Regular price $40

Unit price per

Weight:

4oz

12oz

Grind:

Whole Bean

Auto Drip

French Press

Quantity:

only 0 left in stock

Coffee Profile

Continent: Caribbean

Country: Jamaica

Farm: Clifton Mount

Process: Natural

Region: St. Andrew's Parish, Jamaica

Variety: Typica

Roast Scale

Light Medium Dark

Roasting Wednesdays

Tasting Notes

A lively cup with a refreshing tartness reminiscent of green apples and a caramel like sweetness. Notes of toasted marshmallow while the coffee is hot fade to whispers of strawberries as the cup cools

Background Info

Clifton Mount is one of the oldest and highest elevation coffee farms in Jamaica. Located on the Eastern slope of Catherine's Peak at 1300m, Coffee Production started here in the 1790's. Currently operated by the Sharp Brothers, Richard and Jason who began revitalizing the property in the 1980's, They consistently produce some of the best Jamaican coffees, and the only Rainforest Alliance Certified Coffee in Jamaica.

They also operate the a partner farm at 1000m with Gonzalo Hernandez of Coffea Diversa. The rare Bourbon Rey variety we featured in the past was from this farm which received 93 points on Coffee Review. Their highest score ever for a Jamaican Coffee.

This coffee is from the Classic Typica variety which comprises almost all Blue Mountain coffee production.

Jamaican coffees are a reflection of a different time, when great coffee was defined by first of all being clean and approachable vs poor quality coffee that was and still is often bitter with distracting unpleasant flavors.

But times are changing. For many years it was not possible to export Natural process coffees from Jamaica due to them them not meeting the stringent bean color requirements set by the Jamaica Coffee Board. That finally all changed a few years ago, and the very first natural processed coffees were exported in 2019. Last year, 2022, was the first year any Naturals were shipped to North America. We are thrilled to have gotten our hands on one of these Barrels.