Spring is here, and with it comes a coffee that tastes exactly like the season itself. La Palma from Beansmith’s brings lightness, freshness, and tranquility all in one cup. The flavor unfolds with floral hibiscus, juicy apricot, and sweet apple, gradually giving way to a subtle note of black tea. Everything is clean, airy, and naturally fluid, like the first warm days after winter. It’s the coffee you want to enjoy when you open the window, let in the fresh air, and slow down for a moment.
The coffee comes from the San Jose de Alto area in the Jaén region, specifically from the La Palma farm, where it is grown at high altitude. It is precisely the combination of high altitude, the Geisha variety, and a meticulous approach to cultivation that significantly shapes the resulting flavor profile. Geisha is known for its elegance and floral character, which is beautifully reflected in this lot; the coffee is delicate, aromatic, and very clean. With a cupping score of 87.25 points, this is a specialty coffee aimed at lovers of light, complex, and tea-like cups.
Processing is done using the washed method, which enhances the clarity and transparency of the flavors. After harvest, the coffee cherries are pulped, fermented in water, and then thoroughly washed, allowing the natural character of the variety and terroir to shine through. This process highlights floral and fruity notes without unnecessary heaviness or fermentation influences. As a result, the coffee comes across as very clean, elegant, and clear, with a well-defined profile.
- Altitude: 1 ,700–1,900 mabove sea level