{"title":"Noumenon Coffee","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"guatemala-bressani-family-gesha-washed-process","title":"Guatemala - Bressani Family Gesha - Washed Process","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinca San Jerónimo Miramar, located on Volcán Atitlán, Guatemala, is a fourth-generation farm operated by the Bressani family. Giorgio Bressani and his siblings, along with their highly skilled teams of pickers and professional staff, meticulously care for the soil and grow a number of cash crops aside from coffee, including cacao, cardamom, and various hardwoods. FSJM’s fully organic forest is the product of precise genetic management: the farm breeds and selects trees based on disease resistance, yield, and cup performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe grandeur of FSJM is reflected in their exquisite gesha. This lot was produced using a traditional Guatemalan washed process: it was first hand-picked at peak ripeness, then sorted, floated, pulped using a disc pulper, separated by density, fermented underwater for 24 hours, washed, and finally dried on patios.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the cup, I find rich and ripe stone fruits, a kiss of jasmine, and green tea finish. This coffee is amongst my all time favorites from Guatemala. I hope you love it as much as I do!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourced from B Sides Coffee (Chris Feran)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrice paid (before and after shipping): 35\/lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Noumenon Coffee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50554963918927,"sku":"sku-55503998910836","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/1595\/3999\/files\/Guatemala-FSJMGeshaWashed.png?v=1790478155"},{"product_id":"ethiopia-habtamu-fikadu-danche-74110-and-74112-washed-process","title":"Ethiopia - Habtamu Fikadu Danche 74110 and 74112 - Washed Process","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are two versions of this coffee available: one produced with the 3KG Roest P3000 and one produced on the Roest L200. The former was roasted on 8\/24. Both profiles greatly benefit from 6 weeks of rest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStarted in 2015 by Aaga Dinsa, Habtamu Fikadu Aga, ‘Kuri Mountain Coffee’, originated in the Kuri kebele of Ethiopia. Habtamu buys cherries from farmers in various kebeles and possesses stations in Wolega, Guji and Jimma. They possess an organic certification through Fair for Life, where $0.12 per pound of exports for the as well as 5% of company profits are donated to a development fund that supports local communities through transportation, food, and healthcare infrastructure. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor this lot, Habtamu purchased cherries from the Danche kebele and washed the coffee at a processing station in Danche. This lot consists of two JARC varietals, 74110 and 74112. At the washing station, cherries are sorted, pulped, and then have 90% of their mucilage removed. The beans are then fermented for 24 hours before they are hand washed and dried using indirect sunlight. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the cup, I find intense white florals, crisp melon, and a delicately creamy body like white tea. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Noumenon Coffee","offers":[{"title":"P3000 UL","offer_id":50554963984463,"sku":"30","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L200 UL - Roasted to order","offer_id":50554964017231,"sku":"12","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/1595\/3999\/files\/Ethiopia-HabtamuDancheSiteWashed.png?v=1790478155"},{"product_id":"california-frinj-finca-1890-gesha-washed-process","title":"California - FRINJ Finca 1890 Gesha - Washed Process","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFRINJ is operating a groundbreaking project here in the USA. With farms situated at 60-250 MASL, these coffees are growing at surprisingly low altitudes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere is a bit of what Derek, from FRINJ, has to say about where their coffees grow: “We grow at this elevation deliberately, because the combination of coastal influence and northern latitude creates diurnal temperature swings comparable to what you'd find at high-altitude farms in Panama, like 1800 MASL. This produces a similarly extended cherry ripening period of around 10–11 months, which is what generates the complexity more typically associated with high-elevation tropical growing. To put it in contrast: lower elevations in the tropics are way hotter and produce fast cherry maturation and simple flavor profiles, while high elevations in California would be too cold and would kill the plants.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the cup, I find an explosion of jasmine flowers and vanilla, syrupy sweetness, and a mild citrus expression falling between a tangerine and pomelo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen coffee cost: $200\/lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Noumenon Coffee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50554963951695,"sku":"sku-54910439260532","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/1595\/3999\/files\/California-FRINJFinca1890WashedGesha_1.png?v=1790478155"},{"product_id":"colombia-marlon-bolanos-gesha-washed-process","title":"Colombia - Marlon Bolaños Gesha - Washed Process","description":"\u003cp\u003eALL PROFITS FROM THE SALE OF THIS COFFEE WILL GO TOWARD EARTHQUAKE RELIEF IN COLOMBIA: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter chatting a bit with Marlon on Instagram about the earthquakes that devastated major coffee producing regions in Colombia, we decided that all of the profits from the sale of this coffee will go toward relief. I will be working with Sara Bedoya, from Cofinet, to figure out how to allocate these funds most effectively!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarlon is a stellar producer Acevedo, Huila. Along with his two brothers Hemerson and Pedro, Marlon runs The Three Coffee Farmers, a farm where they grow pink bourbon, gesha, and chiroso. Marlon’s coffees have been amongst the best I’ve tried from Colombia and excel when pushed very light. It is a great pleasure to have his coffee on the menu, as their meticulous cultivation and processing produces green that is expressive and delectable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutside of growing coffee and managing processing, quality-control, and commercial strategy at the farm, Marlon is an accomplished barista, having won several competitions with the “champions’ water” from his farm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis washed gesha was held in cherry for 48 hours in submerged barrels before it was dried and then fermented dry-fermented for an additional 48 hours. The coffee was then fully washed and finally dried for 10-15 days, until it reached the desired moisture content. In the cup, I find extremely juicy and tropical fruits, like passionfruit, guava, and orange, bright tangy florals, and a punch of bergamot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis coffee is one of the first that I roasted on the new production machine, the Roest P3000 (with which I am enamored). All coffee from this drop was roasted on 8\/24 and is best enjoyed a minimum of 6 weeks off roast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourced from Unblended\u003cbr\u003ePrice before shipping: $17\/lb\u003cbr\u003ePrice after shipping: $21\/lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Noumenon Coffee","offers":[{"title":"8\/24","offer_id":50554964410447,"sku":"sku-55294692655476","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/1595\/3999\/files\/Colombia-MarlonGeshaWashed.png?v=1790478155"},{"product_id":"panama-arauz-estate-cs21-gesha-drd-natural-process","title":"Panama- Arauz Estate CS21 Gesha - DRD Natural Process","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArauz Estate, managed by Richard Arauz, presently has farms in three different regions of Panama: Volcán, Boquete, and Cerro Punta. Employing controlled fermentation and drying techniques, like cold-room fermentation and dark-room drying, their gesha is exceptionally complex and expressive, without forfeiting the integrity of their soil and growing conditions. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the first season that Arauz is working directly with roasters. It is an honor to share this delectable coffee produced by Richard and his wonderful team. This coffee was grown at Arauz’s Cotito Farm in Volcán. Here is some more on the process shared by Richard: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The cherries were meticulously hand-selected one by one, choosing only the ripest fruit from each harvest. Special attention was given to achieving a highly uniform lot by selecting only deep-red cherries with consistent color and optimal maturity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing harvest, the cherries were placed in a temperature-controlled cold room at 18°C (64°F) for 5 days, allowing a slow pre-drying stage that preserved fruit integrity while promoting a gentle and controlled fermentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe coffee was then transferred to a dark drying room with controlled temperature and dehumidifiers, where it remained for 18 days. This slow drying process ensured even moisture reduction while promoting greater aromatic complexity, sweetness, and stability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce the desired moisture content was achieved, the coffee was stored in a cold room for a resting period in parchment, allowing the beans to stabilize before milling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis carefully controlled processing protocol was designed to maximize the expression of the Geisha variety, producing a cup with exceptional clarity, balance, sweetness, and aromatic complexity.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the cup, I find a tropical explosion that reminds me of fruit punch, a deep sweetness like red bean paste, and subtle red-berry acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourced directly\u003cbr\u003ePrice paid (before shipping): $20.45\/lb\u003cbr\u003eAfter shipping: $22.27\/lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Noumenon Coffee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50554964049999,"sku":"sku-55901333094772","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/1595\/3999\/files\/Panama-ArauzGeshaNatural_2.png?v=1790478155"},{"product_id":"california-frinj-rancho-arroyo-alamar-gesha-yeast-inoculated-washed-process","title":"California - FRINJ Rancho Arroyo Alamar Gesha - Yeast Inoculated Washed Process","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFRINJ is operating a groundbreaking project here in the USA. With farms situated at 60-250 MASL, these coffees are growing at surprisingly low altitudes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere is a bit of what Derek, from FRINJ, has to say about where their coffees grow: “We grow at this elevation deliberately, because the combination of coastal influence and northern latitude creates diurnal temperature swings comparable to what you'd find at high-altitude farms in Panama, like 1800 MASL. This produces a similarly extended cherry ripening period of around 10–11 months, which is what generates the complexity more typically associated with high-elevation tropical growing. To put it in contrast: lower elevations in the tropics are way hotter and produce fast cherry maturation and simple flavor profiles, while high elevations in California would be too cold and would kill the plants.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA bit more on the processing of this coffee courtesy of Derek: \"This coffee was hand-picked at peak ripeness, floated to remove defects, inoculated with that yeast, cold-fermented for 72 hours, washed to bare parchment, and slowly dried on raised beds for two weeks to a stable moisture below 11%.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the cup, I find a candy-sweet presentation of berries, purple grapes, and purple florality reminding me of violets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen coffee cost: $170\/lb\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Noumenon Coffee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50554964443215,"sku":"sku-54910759993716","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/1595\/3999\/files\/California-FRINJArroyoYeastInoculatedGesha.png?v=1790478155"},{"product_id":"panama-pech-family-gesha-yeast-inoculated-natural-process","title":"Panama - Pech Family Gesha - Yeast Inoculated Natural Process","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOwned by David and Lia Pech, Damarli Estate is located 1500MASL near Baru Volcano in Boquete, Panama. In this dry microclimate, the Pech family grows varietals like red bourbon, pacamara, and gesha; their gesha was planted in 2006 with plants purchased from the Peterson family’s Jaramillo Estate. Plot 11 is where this gesha resides today at Damarli. Last year, gesha from this plot placed in the top 20 at Best of Panama, a first for the farm! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to constrained water access, Damarli Estate only currently produces natural processed gesha. In close collaboration with Lucia Solis, they developed the ‘Noble’ natural process to highlight clean expression of their terroir in the cup. Here is some more info on processing from our good friend Keith Pech, who is in charge of exporting the farm’s wonderful coffee:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“For every Noble lot, we begin with only fully ripe, hand-picked cherries. The cherries are floated, hand sorted, washed, and placed into sealed fermentation tanks, where each batch is inoculated with a specific activated yeast culture. Fermentation typically lasts 3–4 days, ending once most of the available sugars have been consumed and the desired pH has been reached.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe coffee is then transferred to raised drying beds and slowly dried to 15–18% moisture content, rested for 2–3 weeks to allow moisture to equalize throughout the beans, and finally dried to a stable 9.5–10% moisture content before storage.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis coffee is from Daylot 2. It is amongst the best naturals I’ve had the opportunity to try all year. In the cup, I find intense tropical fruit sweetness, like juicy mangoes, and intensely creamy florals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourced direct (from Keith)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrice paid (before shipping): $31.15\/lb\u003cbr\u003ePrice paid (after shipping): $37.40\/lb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Noumenon Coffee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50554964475983,"sku":"sku-55902276583796","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/1595\/3999\/files\/Panama-DamarliGeshaNatural_2.png?v=1790478155"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/1595\/3999\/collections\/noumenon_3x2_af49c3ed-ee47-4b6e-903a-d5abfc075868.png?v=1790479439","url":"https:\/\/goldenfleececoffee.com\/collections\/noumenon-coffee.oembed","provider":"Golden Fleece Coffee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}