Tasting Notes

Valencia Oranges, Mango, Nectarine, Honey, Floral.

Roast Level

Process

Particulars

Elevation:	1,800 m
Variety:	Geisha
Process Type:	Natural
Producer:	Cafe Granja La Esperanza

About this Specialty Coffee

Nestled in the lush valleys of Trujillo, Valle del Cauca, Colombia, lies Café Granja La Esperanza, a beacon of coffee excellence. Owned by the diligent Herrera family and flourishing for over half a century, the estate boasts a unique tapestry of five distinct microclimates. This singular confluence of nature allows them to nurture a diverse range of coffee varieties – from the aromatic Geisha to the robust Caturra and Mandela.

Their commitment to quality is not just a claim but is heralded by numerous accolades from national and international coffee competitions. With their unwavering dedication to organic, sustainable farming, the Herrera family has etched their farm’s name as a paragon of both environmental stewardship and high-quality coffee production.

The narrative of Café Granja La Esperanza is as rich as the brews they produce. Tracing back to 1945, Juan Antonio Herrera's pioneering spirit led him to introduce three novel coffee varieties, laying the foundation for this esteemed establishment. Over the decades, amidst the ebb and flow of markets and societal changes, the next generations, led by Rigoberto and Luis, intensified the organic outreach, further propelling the farm into global renown.

Their remarkable achievement in securing the "Best of Panama" award, historically dominated by Panamanians, not only solidified Geisha's stature in Colombia but heralded a new dawn for Café Granja La Esperanza. It is against this backdrop of history, tradition, and innovation that our founder Ibrahim Al Mallouhi's recent visit unfolds. A testament to the farm's unparalleled hospitality was the christening of a tree in Ibrahim's honor, an emblem of the deep-rooted bond forged between Café Granja La Esperanza and The Espresso Lab.