HOT ! Colombia - Edward Sandoval Estate Gesha (Washed)

Limited Single-Estate Farm Release

Micro-Roasted to Order | NET WT 12 OZ (340 G)

This Gesha from Edward Sandoval’s Finca Canta Ranas in Santa Isabel, Tolima is a refined single-estate expression of Colombia’s high-elevation Gesha potential, evaluated at 91.5 points for its clarity, floral lift, and balanced sweetness. Grown at elevation and carefully processed, it reflects the precision and intent behind Sandoval’s approach to rare varietals.

Washed and dried under controlled conditions, this Excelso-grade Gesha presents a delicate, aromatic cup with tea-like structure and layered fruit expression. Jasmine and honeysuckle lead at lighter development, supported by honeyed sweetness, while medium roasts reveal star fruit, apple cider, lemon, and mango green tea. The finish is clean, composed, and lingering, highlighting Gesha’s hallmark elegance without excess.

The Farmer Details

Sourced from Edward Sandoval’s Finca Canta Ranas in Santa Isabel, Tolima, Colombia—a small 6-hectare farm planted up to 1,900 m above sea level. Edward, a trained Q Grader and former FNC technician, carefully manages rare varietals including Gesha, Chiroso, Wush Wush, and Moka. Each process batch is fermented in tile tanks and carefully dried under cover on patios, producing fruit-forward coffees with clarity, sweetness, and complexity.

Roast Levels & Flavor Profiles

Light-Medium Roast — Aromatic jasmine and honeysuckle notes float atop the cup, supported by honeyed sweetness and bright, crisp red fruit, with a lively, fresh acidity.

Medium Roast — Rounded fruit flavors emerge, including star fruit, apple cider, lemon, and mango green tea, layered over gentle body and clarity, with floral notes integrated for a balanced, juicy, and aromatic cup.

The Coffee Details

Origin — Colombia (Renowned for high-altitude estates producing world-class, specialty-grade coffees)

Region — Santa Isabel, Tolima (Fertile volcanic soils and ideal microclimates yielding complex, vibrant flavors)

Altitude — 1,900 m (High elevation ensures slow bean maturation, bright acidity, and exceptional clarity)

Processing — Wet Process (Washed) (Expertly washed to enhance sweetness, clarity, and refined flavor notes)

Drying Method — Covered Sun-Dried (Meticulously dried to perfection, preventing defects and preserving nuance)

Cultivar Detail — Gesha (Rare varietal celebrated for its elegant fruit, floral complexity, and balanced sweetness)

Grade — Excelso (Top commercial grade recognized in Colombia)

Screen Size — 15+ (Uniform, large beans for consistent roasting and optimal extraction)

Appearance — 0.0 Primary & Secondary Defects Per 12 OZ (340 G) Bag (Competition-grade quality, exceptionally clean)

Cupping Score — 91.5 Points (High-scoring, vibrant, well-balanced cup with striking clarity, sweetness, and juiciness)

Farm Gate Certified — Coffee purchased directly from the farm or producer, ensuring farmers are paid fairly and transparently while maintaining exceptional, traceable bean quality

Storage Method — Individually Double Vacuum Sealed (Ensuring maximum freshness and protection from moisture, oxygen, and flavor loss)

Resting Period — Whole bean rests best 7–10 days post roast—ground coffee can be opened upon delivery