Tasting Notes

Pomegranate, Raspberry, Maraschino Cherry & Clementines.

Roast Level

Process

Particulars

Elevation:	1,700 m
Variety:	Geisha
Process Type:	Natural
Producer:	Nuguo

About this Specialty Coffee

In the remote highlands of Jurutungo, Renacimiento, Panama, Finca Nuguo stands as a testament to innovation and excellence in specialty coffee production. The Espresso Lab has been privileged to forge a meaningful relationship with this extraordinary farm, owned by the visionary Gallardo family and nestled at breathtaking elevations between 1,750 and 1,950 meters above sea level. Bordering the pristine La Amistad International Park, Finca Nuguo's exceptional location provides an ideal, if challenging, environment for cultivating some of the world's most remarkable coffees—coffees that The Espresso Lab is proud to present to our discerning clientele.

At the helm of Finca Nuguo is José "Pocho" Gallardo, whose academic background as a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering brings a scientific precision to coffee cultivation that resonates deeply with The Espresso Lab's own methodical approach to brewing excellence. Across five hectares divided into six distinct microzones, Gallardo focuses primarily on the legendary Geisha variety, applying innovative processing techniques that unlock extraordinary flavor complexity. This meticulous attention to detail throughout cultivation and processing aligns perfectly with The Espresso Lab's commitment to showcasing coffees that represent the pinnacle of specialty coffee achievement.

The Espresso Lab particularly values Finca Nuguo's proven track record of excellence, evidenced by their multiple triumphs in the prestigious Best of Panama competition, including claiming the coveted Best of Panama Cup in 2021. When serving Nuguo's coffees, The Espresso Lab's customers experience a sensory journey characterized by delicate jasmine florals, bright bergamot, and luscious tropical fruit notes—a complex flavor profile that has earned these beans record-breaking auction prices and worldwide recognition. What makes this achievement even more remarkable is that these exceptional qualities develop despite—or perhaps because of—Nuguo's challenging microclimate, with its cold nights, high winds, and intense rainfall.

Through our partnership with Finca Nuguo, The Espresso Lab not only brings truly world-class Panamanian coffee to our customers but also supports the continued innovation that farms like Nuguo represent in the ever-evolving specialty coffee landscape. Every cup served is a celebration of Pocho Gallardo's engineering precision, Panama's extraordinary coffee potential, and the remarkable harmony that can emerge when scientific approach meets perfect terroir—a philosophy that defines both Finca Nuguo and The Espresso Lab's pursuit of coffee perfection.