Origin Story
The King Arthur Geisha from Huila, Colombia is a rare and exquisite coffee that showcases the elegance, complexity, and refined character of one of the world's most celebrated coffee varietals. Cultivated by select smallholder farmers in Huila's high-altitude micro-regions at approximately 1,860 meters above sea level, this Geisha lot benefits from the region's ideal microclimate of volcanic soils, cool mountain air, and precise rainfall patterns. The natural processing method—where whole cherries are dried on raised beds for 25-35 days—intensifies the Geisha's inherent floral and fruit characteristics, creating a coffee with extraordinary aromatic complexity. Notes of jasmine and hibiscus mingle with tropical and red fruits, while flavors of ripe peach, red cherry, citrus, and honey create a multi-layered cup that evolves beautifully as it cools. This is a coffee that represents the pinnacle of Colombian specialty coffee production, ideal for filter brewing or a carefully dialed espresso.
Producer Details
Region: Huila, Colombia
Altitude: 1,860 MASL
Process: Natural (sun-dried whole cherries on raised beds)
Varietal: Geisha (rare heirloom varietal)
Farmers: Select smallholder producers in Huila's micro-regions
Drying Method: Raised African beds, 25-35 days with meticulous monitoring
Harvest Season: April - June
Sustainability & Certifications
✓ Shade-Grown: Cultivated under native shade trees protecting biodiversity
✓ Organic Practices: Natural composting and zero synthetic inputs
✓ Direct Trade Partnership: Long-term relationship with Huila producers, premiums 50% above market for exceptional Geisha
✓ Water Conservation: Natural processing eliminates water waste
✓ Quality Excellence: Rigorous selection of only the ripest cherries and careful processing
✓ Fair Wages: Premium pricing for rare Geisha lots ensures exceptional compensation
✓ Community Investment: Producer groups invest in education, healthcare, and quality infrastructure
✓ Innovation Support: Supporting Colombian farmers cultivating rare varietals
Tasting Profile
Aroma: Jasmine, hibiscus, tropical fruits, red fruits, floral bouquet
Flavor Notes: Ripe peach, red cherry, citrus, honey, tropical fruit, floral complexity
Acidity: Bright and refined, citrus-forward with elegant structure
Body: Medium to full, silky and refined
Sweetness: Pronounced honey-like sweetness with fruit complexity
Finish: Long and elegant with lingering floral and fruit notes
Complexity: Exceptional - multiple layers of floral, fruit, and honey
Brewing Recommendations: Outstanding as pour-over (V60, Chemex) or carefully dialed espresso
Why King Arthur Geisha is Special
The "King Arthur" designation represents the highest tier of Geisha production from Huila, reserved for lots that demonstrate exceptional cup quality and complexity. Huila's unique terroir combined with the prized Geisha varietal and expert natural processing creates a coffee of remarkable elegance. This is a rare opportunity to experience one of coffee's most celebrated varietals from Colombia's premier coffee-growing region, showcasing the innovation and quality focus of Colombian specialty coffee producers.
Traceability
This coffee is fully traceable to the specific farms in Huila cultivating Geisha. We maintain detailed records including lot numbers, harvest dates, and processing notes. Each lot is cupped and scored at our Dubai facility by founder Mohamed Hamdou, and this exceptional coffee is featured in our most advanced cupping sessions to demonstrate the extraordinary potential of the Geisha varietal and how terroir and processing create unique expressions.
At 1718 Coffee, we're committed to knowing the people behind every bean we source. Questions about this exceptional King Arthur Geisha's journey from Huila's highlands to your cup? We're here to share the story.
