A stellar washed Geisha from the northern Andes.

September’s second time working with Percy Huamán Pintado, whose Geisha lots continue to stand out for their clarity and sweetness. This washed selection is exceptionally clean and floral—elevated by notes of juicy lemon, bergamot, and jasmine. A light body carries a sparkling finish, making it an ideal cup for those who value elegance and precision in their Geisha.

In the cup: lemon, bergamot, honey-like sweetness, and delicate jasmine florals. Clean, refined, and structured - among the most pristine Geisha profiles sourced by September this year.

Percy Huamán Pintado is a third-generation coffee producer and owner of Finca Rayos del Sol, a 5-hectare farm in Alto Ihuamaca, San Ignacio. He works alongside family members, sharing knowledge and refining farming techniques to consistently produce top-quality coffees.

The Geisha trees on Rayos del Sol are given special care. Cherries are harvested only at peak ripeness and dried slowly over raised beds for 15 to 20 days, depending on the weather. This slow drying promotes even airflow and helps preserve the variety’s delicate aromatics.

Percy’s meticulous approach extends through every stage - from selection and depulping to fermentation, washing, and drying. Moisture levels are closely monitored, with beans rested to reach an ideal 11% for stability and flavour expression. His commitment and skill earned him a place in the 2023 Cup of Excellence auction.

The name Rayos del Sol - “rays of the sun” - represents Percy’s enduring optimism and dedication to his craft: always seeking light, even in challenging times.

Chosen by September for its purity, floral depth, and expression of altitude, variety, and intentional process.

Flavour Notes: Bergamot, Orange Blossom, Jasmine

200g

What is the roast recency?

September doesn't advertise a roast preference to Filter or Espresso, instead they are roasted to bring out the best of the bean itself.

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.