Situated at 1,850m to 2,000 above sea level near Neira, Caldas, Dolce Misterio's unique soil characteristics make each crop sweeter than usual.
Neira, Caldas
Complex & Sweet
The Geisha varietal is famed for its delicate complex notes. Expect soft notes of bubblegum, jasmine, and a hint of lime.
Natural
The natural process requires skill and attention to get right. The ripe coffee cherry is picked and left out to ferment in the sun, turned regularly so that no mould grows. The enzymatic reactions that occur here sink right into the seed (or bean), and leave you with a coffee that's full of funkiness and complexity.
The process historically was common in places with less water available, but you'll see it all over the world these days, in producer's quests to find wild results in their lots.
Fruity Intensity
Geisha coffees are highly sought-after, and are unlike any other varietal. Their complexity and floral notes are there to be savoured; we think this lot is best enjoyed as a black filter coffee.
Brew Guide
COLOMBIA - DOLCE MISTERIO GEISHA
Filter
20g coffee, 320ml water. Total brew time = 2:30-3:00.
Cafetière
1:18 ratio, steeped for 4 minutes and left to settle. No plunger needed!
The Geisha Varietal
WHAT IS GEISHA?
Geisha, or Gesha, is a varietal that has reached almost legendary status in the specialty coffee world. It's known for its floral notes, complexity and sweetness.
Originating from Gesha Village in South-Western Ethiopia, Gesha really found its place in the spotlight when it was entered into the Best of Panama competiton in 2004, and now consistently reaches record-breaking prices at auction.
Part of the reason for Gesha's exclusivity is its unique flavour profile, but it is also incredibly labour intensive. With low yields and high susceptibility to pests and disease, it is one of the hardest coffees to successfully produce.