Colombia El Obraje Gesha Washed

Shoebox Coffee partnered with Pablo Guerrero of El Obraje to bring Colombia El Obraje Gesha Washed to curious home brewers. This lot comes from El Obraje, a farm in Tangua just outside Pasto, where the Guerrero family has long cultivated coffee. The Gesha variety is showcased through a careful washed process that keeps the cup bright and expressive. Processing context: The washed process used here is intentionally simple. Twenty hours in cherry were followed by depulping and washing, then a short underwater fermentation. This sequence helps preserve the fruit forward character of the Gesha and lends a clean, vibrant cup. Flavor and terroir: The roaster describes the taste as mango, starfruit, and Meyer lemon with a lemony floral finish. In practical terms, you might taste tropical fruit sweetness balanced by citrus brightness, with a delicate floral lift toward the end. This coffee sits well with light roast profiles that let acidity and fruit shine, and pairs nicely with breakfast pastries.