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Panama - Esmeralda Private Collection - Velo Washed Geisha

Panama - Esmeralda Private Collection - Velo Washed Geisha

Wes Ngopi

About This Coffee

A washed Geisha coffee from Hacienda La Esmeralda's El Velo farm in Alto Quiel, Boquete, Panama. Grown at 1,500-1,800 meters altitude on a farm encompassing four properties with a diverse range of cultivars. The washed process involves de-pulping, 24-hour fermentation, and 7-9 days of sun drying on patios. Flavor profile includes lemon zest, bergamot, peach, jasmine, and floral notes with a smooth, clean, and delicate texture.

Origin

Boquete (Panama)

Flavor Notes

Peach, Jasmine, Floral, Lemon Zest

Roast Level

Processing

Washed

Typology

Arabica
Geisha
WN

Wes Ngopi

Wes Ngopi takes its name from a Javanese greeting that translates to "Have you had your coffee?", reflecting its roots in the social ritual of sharing a cup. Based in Shah Alam, the roastery specializes in specialty grade single origin coffees roasted to order for home brewing enthusiasts. Bean selection is guided by ratings from CoffeeReview and independent research through traders such as Royal Coffee, Nordic Approach, and Olam, alongside direct trade relationships with farms like Java Frinsa Estate in Indonesia. The roastery emphasizes technical precision, modulating drum speed, fan adjustments, and firing pressure to achieve a smooth declining rate of rise for optimal flavor development. Wes Ngopi occupies a focused niche in Malaysia's specialty scene, prioritizing quality sourcing and meticulous roasting for the home consumer.

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