Details:

• Origin: Nariño, Colombia

• Producer: Nilson Lopez / Finca San Antonio

• Variety: Gesha

• Process: Washed

• Elevation: ~2,200 - 2,300 m

• Roast Level: Light (filter / delicate roast)

• Bag Size: 150 g (5.3 oz)

• Tasting Notes: 🍑 Peach • 🍊 Orange Marmalade • 🌸Floral aromatics 

Intro:

Prodigal is excited to present the Nilson Lopez – Finca San Antonio Gesha, a stunning single‑origin coffee from the heights of Nariño, Colombia. Cultivated by one of the region’s most respected producing families and roasted with precision to highlight Gesha’s natural elegance, this coffee is a refined and expressive filter option. With bright fruit sweetness, floral lift, and delicately balanced acidity, it showcases why Colombian Gesha continues to capture the hearts of coffee aficionados.

The Producer:

At the heart of this coffee is Nilson Lopez and the family‑run Finca San Antonio, a farm with a strong legacy of excellence in Colombia’s highly competitive specialty coffee scene. The Lopez family has consistently performed well in national competitions like the Colombian Cup of Excellence, and multiple generations have helped evolve the operation into a source of beautifully cultivated lots. Prodigal’s relationship with Finca San Antonio reflects a deep respect for the care and tradition found on the farm, particularly in how they handle delicate varieties such as Gesha.

The Process:

This Gesha lot undergoes a traditional washed process, designed to emphasize clarity and varietal brightness. Only the ripest cherries are hand‑picked, then density sorted and pulped to prepare the beans for fermentation. After approximately 36 hours of aerobic fermentation, the coffee is thoroughly washed and then shade‑dried over 18–22 days. This careful pace allows the coffee to mature gently, preserving nuanced sweetness and accentuating floral aromatics without overwhelming fermentation‑derived flavours.

The Cup:

In the cup, the Nilson Lopez Gesha presents with a luminous clarity and refined sweetness. Expect juicy peach 🍑 notes up front, complemented by touchpoints of orange marmalade 🍊 that give a citrus‑like brightness to the mid‑palate. Floating above these core flavours is a lifted floral aroma 🌸 that evokes delicate blooms and accentuates the variety’s naturally expressive profile. The finish is clean, elegant, and lingering—making this coffee both approachable and deeply satisfying for filter brewing.

Overall:

Prodigal’s Nilson Lopez – Finca San Antonio Gesha is a shining example of what happens when thoughtful cultivation, meticulous processing, and careful roasting come together. The result is a coffee that’s bright, layered, and expressive—perfect for drinkers who appreciate finesse and clarity in their cup. Whether you’re seeking a standout daily filter or something special to savor slowly, this Gesha delivers an unforgettable experience from farm to brew.

What is the roast recency?

We recommend brewing with beans that are at least two weeks off roast. All beans are roasted to peak flavour at around 6-12 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 - should we have any left in stock!). 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.

What does 'Filter' or 'Espresso' Roast mean?

Typically filter is roasted lighter than espresso, though this is not always the case. Several factors play into what brands a Prodigal coffee as 'filter' or 'espresso', which includes the roast profile - i.e. how the beans are roasted, not just how developed a roast it is. It doesn't preclude you from using the beans for espresso though!