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.

Honduras Cerro Azul Ethiosar

Name: Honduras Cerro Azul Ethiosar
Brand: Paradise Coffee
SKU: honduras-ethiosar
Price: 20.0 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Regular price $20

Unit price per

Weight:

12oz

3x12oz

5lb

Grind:

Whole Bean

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only -17 left in stock

Coffee Profile

Continent: Central America

Country: Honduras

Farm: Finca Cerro Azul

Process: Washed

Region: Matagalpa

Variety: Ethiosar

Roast Scale

Light Medium Dark

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TASTING NOTES

Aromas of toasted marshmallow, Green Apple and white grape. Boisterous acidity supported by flavors of meyer lemon and brown sugar. A Classic Breakfast cup.

Farm: Finca Cerro Azul

Variety: Ethiosar

Processing: Washed

Roast: Medium-Light

Background

The Mierisch Family has operated farms in Nicaragua for generations, planting their first coffee farm in 1908. Several years ago while judging the Cup of Excellence competition in neighboring Honduras, They were very impressed by the quality of the coffees and the altitudes available to growers here. They decided to purchase some land at high elevation: 1600-1700m and plant a selection of their best varieties from their farms in Nicaragua.

Ethiosar is a hybrid they brought back from Brazil a decade ago. Reported to be a cross of Rume Sudan x Sarchimor, back-crossed to Villa Sarchi which is one of the parents of the Sarchimor hybrid. This variety is currently limited to but a handful of farms and is produced in very small quantities. In early 2021 The Mierisch family held an online auction for their best cupping coffees from Their Nicaragua Farms. Judged by an international panel of experienced Cup of Excellence judges. An Ethiosar variety coffee ended up taking the top spot with a score of 90.30. A very promising variety in the cup that is also a very productive plant.