This competition-winning washed Geisha is produced by Carlos Jaramillo at Finca Llavecocha in the Saraguro canton of Loja, Ecuador. Grown at an altitude of 2,220 meters, the cool climate allows for gradual maturation, resulting in a refined and elegant cup. The coffee features a silky, tea-like body with bright acidity and distinct flavor notes of mandarin, jasmine, and peach. This light roast is designed to highlight the floral aromatics and clarity characteristic of the Geisha variety.
Founded in 2002 by R. Miguel Meza in Minnesota, Paradise Coffee Roasters relocated to Hilo, Hawaii in 2008 to work directly with local farmers and root the business in origin. The roastery operates a Diedrich IR12, utilizing equipment known for precision and control in capturing the nuanced flavors of specialty coffee. Coffees have consistently achieved exceptional ratings from Coffee Review, with more than 100 coffees scoring between 93 and 97 points and an impressive five year average of 94 points. The selection specializes in Hawaiian coffees from Kona and Ka'u regions alongside carefully selected producers from Panama, Jamaica, and Vietnam.
