Janson Lot 1011 | Panama

Details:

• Origin: Panama

• Region: Tierras Altas, Chiriquí

• Producer: Janson Family

• Lot: 1011

• Varietal: Green Tip Gesha

• Process: Washed

• Roast: Omni (Light)

• Bag Size: 125g

• Tasting Notes: Mango nectar 🥭 • Apricot 🍑 • Jasmine 🌸

Intro:

Ilse is proud to showcase Janson Lot 1011, a stunning washed Green Tip Gesha from Panama’s legendary Janson Family Estate in Tierras Altas. This is a coffee that exemplifies the best of Gesha: tropical sweetness, delicate florals, and ethereal clarity. Crafted with meticulous care and grown in one of the world’s most celebrated origins, it’s a filter coffee that brings both intensity and grace to the cup.

The Producer:

This lot comes from the Janson Family, pioneers of specialty coffee in Chiriquí, western Panama. Established in the 1940s and now run by the second and third generations, the Janson Estate sits at high elevation in Volcán–Tierras Altas, an area famed for its volcanic soil and cool microclimate — perfect conditions for growing Gesha. Their focus on sustainability, biodiversity, and processing precision has earned them a global reputation for excellence.

The Process:

Lot 1011 is washed, a process that brings out the refined structure and floral complexity that Gesha is loved for. Ripe cherries are hand-selected, depulped, fermented, and washed before being dried slowly to preserve their aromatic integrity. The result is a clean, bright, and intricately layered cup that fully expresses varietal and terroir.

The Cup:

Expect a fragrant and silky cup — bursting with mango nectar 🥭 sweetness and tropical lushness. This is followed by a soft apricot 🍑 acidity and velvety body, with a lingering finish of delicate jasmine 🌸 florals. Every sip is vibrant yet composed, with a floral lift and a juicy core. This is Gesha in full bloom — complex, clean, and deeply rewarding.

Overall:

Ilse’s Janson Lot 1011 – Green Tip Gesha is a pristine example of washed Panamanian Gesha: elegant, aromatic, and vibrant. With its tropical fruit character, silky body, and high-toned florals, it’s a coffee that demands attention and rewards careful brewing. A standout release from a legendary producer — and a true filter showpiece.

What is the roast recency?

Ilse doesn't advertise a roast preference to Filter or Espresso, instead they are roasted for the best amongst both - often called Omniroast. That being said, Ilse typically roast light.

We recommend brewing with beans that are at least two weeks off roast. All beans are roasted to peak flavour at around 8-12 weeks. We have the option to either purchase standard beans (at least 2 weeks but no longer than 6 weeks off roast), or rested beans (at least 7 weeks off roast, no longer than 12). For peak flavour, if you are looking to use immediately, we recommend purchasing the rested beans. If you are adding to your rotation of beans, we recommend purchasing the standard and allowing the beans to naturally rest and mature whilst you rotate through other beans.