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.

Ecuador Finca Lugmapata - Mejorado

Name: Ecuador Finca Lugmapata - Mejorado
Brand: Paradise Coffee
SKU: ec-mejorado-6oz
Price: 18.0 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Regular price $18

Unit price per

Weight:

6 oz

12 oz

3 x 12 oz

5 lb

Grind:

Whole Bean

Auto Drip

French Press

Quantity:

only -187 left in stock

Coffee Profile

Continent: South America

Country: Ecuador

Farm: Finca Lugmapata

Process: Washed

Region: Pallatanga, Chimborazo

Variety: 'Typica' Mejorado

Roast Scale

Light Medium Dark

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Tasting Notes

A beautiful bouquet of Lavender, lime, bergamot and honey. Crisp acidity like a brut Champagne paired with a honey like sweetness. Jasmine-like florals and citrus carry into the finish. Simply one of the most intoxicating washed coffees we have come across in quite some time.

Background Info.

Finca Lugmapata is a family-run operation located in Pallatanga, Chimborazo, Ecuador. Situated between 1,650 and 2,000 m.a.s.l., they grow several different varieties, including: Bourbon Sidra, Typica Mejorado, Pache and Sarchimore.

In 2012, the first 20,000 trees were planted and by 2022, they expect to have 10 Ha of coffee planted in total (well over 50,000 trees). While the farm extends upwards to 2,000 meters, all of the current lots are planted at around 1,750 m.a.s.l.

In their first year of production, 2016, they achieved 3rd place in the Taza Dorada and in their second year of production, 2017, they achieved first place! Due to their meticulous operation, including selecting only the ripest cherries, double wash in cherry to ensure consistency in the fermentation process, various fermentation experiments, taking great care in the washing and drying and proper storage of the coffee post-drying, these achievements are no surprise! In addition, the social component of this farm is really what makes them stand out. In order to help improve the lives of those living in and around Pallatanga, they prepared in their nursery new trees of primarily Bourbon Sidra, which were/are destined for new coffee growers in the area. The idea is to teach them how to produce high quality coffees, create sustainable businesses and improve their livelihoods. Finca Lugmapata will be purchasing the cherry from their neighbors to ensure more consistent cup quality year over year.

'Typica' Mejorado

This coffee comes from a variety developed in Ecuador by NESTLE called 'Typica Mejorado' meaning 'Improved Typica'. This coffee presents a cup profile unlike any Typica though. An exhilarating, sweet, geisha-like experience! The amazing fragrance hints that this is no ordinary Typica-variety coffee. Recent genetic testing has shown that there is actually no Typica lineage in this coffee at all (despite the name). It's a hybrid of Bourbon-variety coffees and Ethiopian line. Because of its common sounding name this variety is often over looked compared to the much trendier hybrid in Ecuador called Sidra. But we consistently find the Typica Mejorado variety to be even more impressive on the cupping table, especially from higher altitude farms like Finca Lugmapata