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Abu Coffee – Geisha GN-1600

Limited Release

Hacienda Cañas Verdes, Boquete, Panama – Natural Geisha GN-1600

– “An award-winning masterpiece of meticulously processed Panama Geisha using double-phase submerged natural anaerobic fermentation, courtesy of our dear friend José Luttrell”.

What to expect in the cup

Green apple, guava, jasmine. A remarkably sweet and sophisticated cup featuring a crisp malic acidity, a succulent mouthfeel, and a clean, delicate floral character.

£28.00£126.00

ABU COFFEE, a relatively new Geisha farm with only six years of production, has made a significant mark by participating in the Best of Panama Competition for five consecutive years. This farm has consistently exhibited excellence among the most respected Geisha coffee producers in Panama, reflecting their dedication to high-quality standards and dependable processes. This exceptional lot involves the meticulous hand collection of cherries at their peak ripeness, followed by a careful selection process and flotation in mountain spring water. The cherries undergo an initial sun pre-drying phase on raised beds for 48 hours, which is succeeded by a second phase of anaerobic drying for 120 hours in sealed grain-pro bags submerged in spring water. Upon completion of the fermentation process, the cherries are manually moved to elevated beds for the final sun-drying stage, lasting 25 days.Two years ago, we had the opportunity to meet José and his wife Bibiana Luttrell at the World of Coffee event in Athens, followed by a visit to the farm in Panama in February 2024. After sampling their outstanding coffees, this particular lot stood out, marking the beginning of a promising long-term partnership. This coffee is a true masterpiece, showcasing advanced processing techniques that enhance the Geisha varietal, resulting in a cup profile that leaves a lasting impression.
ABU COFFEE is located in the Cañas Verdes region of Boquete, characterised by a humid and rainy microclimate typical of tropical forests. The coffee trees thrive on the slopes of Volcán Barú National Park, where the soils are fertile, well-drained, and of volcanic origin, enriched with organic matter. The average elevation of the plantation is 1550 meters above sea level. Native trees provide shade for the coffee plants, coexisting harmoniously with the rich local flora and fauna, thereby promoting environmental sustainability and biodiversity. The plantation’s strategic geographic location ensures that sunlight plays a vital role throughout the cultivation process. It benefits from strong solar radiation, which is occasionally softened by a gentle tropical mist known locally as “Bajareque” during the mornings and evenings, along with the presence of thick fog. The harvest season commences in the summer, around December, and continues until March, coinciding with a decrease in humidity. This, combined with the natural shade and Bajareque mist, creates an ideal environment for the cherries to mature. Consequently, the cherries reach their full potential, enhancing the sugars and enriching the flavour of the beans. The pristine rainforests that encompass the ABU COFFEE plantations provide an exceptional climate, resulting in a unique blend of characteristics that make our Geisha and Catuai coffees distinctive, featuring intense, juicy flavours and aromatic floral notes. ABU COFFEE is named in honour of José Guillermo Luttrell Tedman, a third-generation coffee producer, and aims to fulfil his vision of creating the best-balanced coffee cup, specifically a Geisha cultivated to the highest quality standards. The name “ABU,” derived from “Abuelo,” meaning grandfather in Spanish, reflects the legacy of this visionary and passionate advocate for Boquete and specialty coffee, a legacy we strive to preserve for future generations.