{"product_id":"hydrangea-gesha-last-samurai-koji-natural-tnt-lab-finca-santamaria","title":"Hydrangea - Gesha - \"Last Samurai\" Koji Natural - TNT Lab, Finca Santamaria","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePanama — Edwin Santamaria TNT Lab Finca Santamaria Gesha (\"Last Samurai\" Koji Natural)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTastes Like — 🌸 Magnolia • 🍊 Blood Orange • 🫐 Blueberry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Edwin Santamaria\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finca Santamaria, TNT Lab\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paso Ancho, Tierras Altas, Panama\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gesha\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Koji Ferment Natural\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1850 MASL\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 114g (4oz)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINTRO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \"Last Samurai\" is an extraordinary Koji-fermented natural Gesha from TNT Lab at Finca Santamaria. This innovative processing method uses Koji (Aspergillus oryzae) — the same fungus used in sake, miso, and soy sauce production — to create complex, umami-rich flavour development during fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE PRODUCER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEdwin Santamaria operates TNT Lab at Finca Santamaria in Panama's prestigious Tierras Altas region. TNT Lab has become renowned for pushing the boundaries of coffee processing, experimenting with novel fermentation techniques to create unique and memorable cup profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE PROCESS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe \"Last Samurai\" Koji Natural process involves:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e🍒 \u003cstrong\u003eSelective Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e — Only the ripest Gesha cherries are selected\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e🧫 \u003cstrong\u003eKoji Inoculation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Cherries are inoculated with Aspergillus oryzae spores\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e🌡️ \u003cstrong\u003eControlled Fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e — Temperature and humidity carefully monitored during Koji growth\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Drying\u003c\/strong\u003e — Whole cherry drying to develop fruit-forward characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Koji fermentation creates enzymatic activity that breaks down proteins and starches, developing complex flavour compounds and enhancing the coffee's natural sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE CUP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAn extraordinary cup with delicate magnolia florals, vibrant blood orange citrus, and rich blueberry fruit. The Koji fermentation adds depth and complexity while maintaining the elegant Gesha character.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e🌸 \u003cstrong\u003eMagnolia\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e🍊 \u003cstrong\u003eBlood Orange\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e🫐 \u003cstrong\u003eBlueberry\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003eWe recommend brewing with beans that are \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eat least two weeks off roast\u003c\/span\u003e. All beans are roasted to peak flavour at around 6–12 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hydrangea Coffee Roasters","offers":[{"title":"114g (4oz)","offer_id":57699542761846,"sku":"HYDRANGEA-SANTAMARIA-LASTSAMURAI","price":44.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/9152\/5021\/files\/Magnolia_Bloodorange_Blueberry_7bd90bab-8a3d-4be3-93a1-2531fad52be1.webp?v=1776435376","url":"https:\/\/sigmacoffee.co.uk\/de\/products\/hydrangea-gesha-last-samurai-koji-natural-tnt-lab-finca-santamaria","provider":"Sigma Coffee UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}