LAMASTUS ELIDA GEISHA: Panama Washed DRD

This elegant Geisha is produced by the renowned Lamastus Family Estates at one of the most celebrated coffee farms in Panama - Elida Estate, located in the Alto Quiel region of Boquete. It is a washed-process Geisha varietal that has been selected using the highly detailed and meticulous DRD method, which Lamastus employs to separate microlots with exceptional potential from the rest of the harvest.

The result of this careful process, paired with the expertise of the Lamastus family, is a cup that showcases clean florals, tea-like delicacy, and a clear, refined sweetness. This coffee sits firmly among the upper echelon of Geisha coffees worldwide and stands as a fine example of why coffees from Lamastus Family Estates consistently receive elite status in the market.

Tasting Notes: Bergamot, Jasmine Tea, Cherry, White Peach, Orange Blossom, Honey

Cup score:  93.75 ☕ 

Elida Estate of the Lamastus Family Estates stands as one of Panama’s most decorated coffee producers, earning record-breaking auction prices and global awards for its exceptional Geisha. Its coffees consistently dominate Best of Panama competitions, reinforcing the estate’s reputation for unmatched quality and innovation. This recognition has elevated Elida to near-mythic status among specialty buyers, roasters, and judges worldwide. Today, it remains a defining force in Panama’s Geisha production, shaping both the country’s identity and the global benchmark for excellence.

ABOUT ELIDA ESTATE
Thee farm, located in the Alto Quiel region of Boquete at elevations ranging from 1,670 to 1,950 meters, spans 65 hectares—30 hectares dedicated to coffee and 35 preserved as virgin forest reserve. With deep sandy‑loam soils, annual rainfall of about 2,400 mm, and a rainy season from May to November, the environment supports specialized shade‑grown production surrounded by rich cloud‑forest biodiversity, including native plants, birds, and mammals such as the Quetzal and jaguar.

The coffee is planted at a density of 4,000 trees per hectare, with one lot containing 40‑year‑old trees and the remainder around five years old, and consists of Geisha (10%), Catuai (80%), and Typica (10%). Flowering occurs four to five times between March and May, influenced by high sun intensity from late February to early May and unusual foggy, misty conditions during the early dry season. Milling takes place from January to April. Fertilization is applied by hand two to three times per year using chemical fertilizers, with no insecticides or herbicides used and fungicide applied twice annually. The farm also maintains strong conservation practices, planting native shade trees that support bird populations and operating as a sanctuary for exotic wildlife. Labor is primarily provided by the Nögbe community, with the owner sponsoring housing, cooking facilities, meals for children, and a school, ensuring meaningful social support alongside agricultural stewardship.

TRANSPARENCY REPORT

☠️ Single origin from Panama

☠️ Region: Alto Quiel, Boquete

☠️ Producer: Lamastus Family Estates

☠️ Farm: Elida Estate

☠️ Roast: Light

☠️ Brew: Filter

☠️ Varietal: Geisha

☠️ Process: Washed DRD

☠️Altitude: 1670 - 1950m

☠️ Cup Score: 93.75 ☕

☠️ Tasting notes:

• Bergamot
• Jasmine Tea
• Cherry
• White Peach
• Orange Blossom
• Honey

☠️ Whole bean