Lot EI03-01: Geisha Rubi Malawi (Dry Process)

GESHA RUBY DRY PROCESS EI03

Farm Name: El Injerto Estate

Certifications: Rain Forest Alliance and CARBON NEUTRAL

Coffee Name: Gesha Ruby - Dry Process

Awards: 3rd Place COE 2017

Lot #: EI03-01

Harvest date: January to March 2020

Brix: 20 average

Fermentation: At patio while dehydrating under sun.

Variety: MALAWI GESHA

History: This exotic and extravagant seed came directly from Malawi in the hands of a great friend of ours. The seed came in ashes as natives from Malawi use this method to preserve the seed for more time. This is smaller bean than traditional Gesha and the color when it rippens its like glow in the dark red, that is why the name Ruby Gesha. The plant is also a little smaller than the traditional Gesha.

Process: DRY PROCESS or also called NATURAL process. These well selected beans are dried in patios for 3 days, then in Guardiola dries for 72 hours approximately.

We have learned that this drying method helps to concentrate the fruit flavors of the dry or natural process in every variety, highlighting the notes or characteristics of each variety.

Elevation: 1910 masl Avg. Temp: 13ºC to 26ºC

Rainfall: 1500 mm Average

Growing Region: Huehuetenango, Guatemala

Owner/Exporter: El Injerto S.A.

Mill: El Injerto

Drying Method: Mixed Method (patio and controlled guardiolas dryers)

Cupping Notes: Fragrance and aroma of blueberries, raspberry, cherries and floral notes. This coffee you will taste both the floral notes of the variety with the notes of the process. Jasmine and watermelon are also distinctive flavors when tasting it. Clean elegan citric acidity with a mouth-feel like chocolate and a slightly mint aftertaste enrich this cup profile.