THE PRODUCER

Chevas Coffee Estate is family-run in Boquete, Panama, founded in 2016 by José Luis Chevas. The farm combines generational heritage with modern, experimental processing and partners with top baristas to push Geisha quality to new levels. In 2024, Chevas secured 9th place in the Best of Panama Geisha Natural category, earning a spot among the world’s most coveted auction lots.

THE PROCESS

This washed Geisha follows a meticulous sequence:

• Depulped on arrival to preserve freshness.

• Parchment returned to harvest sacks for a 48-hour dry oxidation phase — controlled aerobic fermentation without water.

• Gently washed over three days to fully remove mucilage and maintain clarity.

• Sun-dried on raised African beds with steady airflow for an even, gradual curve.

The result is a washed Geisha that’s clean, floral, structured, and sweet, with a delicate acidity and long, elegant finish.

WHY MOONWAKE SELECTED IT

This is the first release in what we hope will be a long collaboration with José and Chevas Coffee Estate. His precision-driven approach and the farm’s strong terroir deliver something rare: a Geisha that feels vibrant yet refined, floral-forward yet balanced.

THE CUP

Tropical brightness and layers of florals lead the way. A flowing body carries lively acidity, unfolding sip by sip. Memorable, expressive, and pure to its origin - one of the standout washed Panamas the team at Moonwake have tasted.

Flavour Notes: Orange Blossom, Mangosteen, Sakura

This lot specifically, we recommend brewing at least four weeks off roast.