Panama - Iris Estate - Illumination

About This Coffee

This coffee is a Green Tip Geisha variety from Iris Estate in Panama's Chiriquí region, situated near Volcán Barú at 1,850-2,300 meters altitude. The coffee undergoes a hybrid washed process with controlled fermentation and slow drying on raised beds. The cup profile features bright citrus layers of bergamot, lime, citron, and lemongrass, complemented by thick notes of peach and mango, delicate lavender florals, and hints of green tea, with a refreshing and clean finish.

Origin

Volcán (Panama)

Flavor Notes

Lime, Peach, Green Tea, Citron, Lavender

Roast Level

Medium Light

Processing

Hybrid-Washed

Typology

Arabica

Green Tip Geisha

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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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