Peru Chanchamayo Gesha Coffee
Orange blossom, apricot and cacao from a rare Peruvian Gesha grown on the jungle's edge.
A rare Gesha from Chanchamayo in central Peru. Gesha is the floral, tea-like Ethiopian variety, and here it tastes of orange blossom and apricot, with cacao and honey in a delicate, graceful cup.
Sensory profile
You should taste
How it unfolds
Where it sits
That is 90 mg in one serving (8 oz cup (240ml)), a concentration of 37.5 mg per 100 ml. The scale above ranks whole servings, and servings differ in size, so a larger drink can sit further right while being weaker cup for cup.
Editorial estimate, not a laboratory measurement
Related gear
| Brewing method | Pour-Over |
|---|---|
| Coffee-to-water ratio | 1:17 |
| Dose & yield | 14.4g → 240g |
| Grind size | Medium-fine |
| Water temperature | 199°F / 93°C |
| Target brew time | 2:45-4:00 depending on method |
| Serving | 8 oz cup (240ml) |
What you need
- 14.4 g whole coffee beans, freshly roasted
- 240 g filtered water at 93°C
Required gear
- Cone or flat-bottom dripper
- Paper filters
- Gooseneck kettle
- Burr grinder
- Scale accurate to 1 g
- Timer
- Server or carafe
Step-by-step protocol
- 0:00Rinse the paper filter with hot water, discard the rinse, and add 14.4 g ground medium-fine. Level the bed.
- 0:00Start the timer and pour 29 g of water at 93°C, wetting every part of the bed. Let it bloom.
- 0:45Pour in slow spirals up to 144 g total, keeping the bed submerged and the level steady.
- 1:30Final pour up to 240 g total. Give the dripper one gentle swirl to settle the bed flat.
- 3:23Drawdown should finish around here. Swirl the server and serve.
What it may be good for
Caffeine, in numbers
We list about 90 mg for an 8 oz cup.
A delicate, tea-like cup
Gesha's floral, tea-like character suits people who like a light, clean cup.
What to watch out for
- Caffeine affects everyone differently. If you are pregnant or nursing, sensitive to caffeine, or have been told to limit it, check with your doctor about how much is right for you.
A rare Gesha from Chanchamayo in central Peru. Gesha is the floral, tea-like Ethiopian variety, and here it tastes of orange blossom and apricot, with cacao and honey in a delicate, graceful cup.
Origin & Story
Gesha began as a wild Ethiopian coffee and became one of the most sought-after varieties in the world after a Panamanian lot won the Best of Panama competition in 2004. Peru is one of the newer places to grow it, and it is still a small part of the country's coffee.
It grows here in Chanchamayo, a province of the Junín region whose districts include Vitoc, San Luis de Shuaro, Perené, San Ramón and Pichanaki. The provincial capital, La Merced, stands at about 750 meters, but the coffee is planted higher, in valleys above 1,350 meters, where the climate is milder than in the lowland jungle.
Coffee has a long history in Peru. Exports began in 1887, and by 1893 the country was producing about 1,500 tons. Most of it is still grown by smallholders under shade, at roughly 2,000 plants per hectare, and picked by hand. Only about a tenth of Peru's coffee is drunk at home; the rest is exported.
A variety like Gesha is delicate. Its floral, tea-like character is easily flattened by heavy brewing, so a clean pour-over at 93°C is the recipe here. Expect orange blossom and apricot on the nose, cacao in the middle, and honey in the finish.
Reading the Flavor Profile
| Axis | Score |
|---|---|
| Sweetness | 86/100 |
| Acidity | 78/100 |
| Bitterness | 22/100 |
| Body | 60/100 |
| Aroma | 96/100 |
These values are comparative editorial positions within our own catalog, calibrated so entries can be ranked against each other. They are not laboratory measurements.
How much caffeine is in Peru Chanchamayo Gesha Coffee?
One serving, 8 oz cup (240ml), contains approximately 90 mg of caffeine.
What temperature should I use for Peru Chanchamayo Gesha Coffee?
Target 93°C (199°F).
How long should Peru Chanchamayo Gesha Coffee be extracted?
Timing: 2:45-4:00 depending on method. Method: Pour-Over. Ratio: 60g coffee per Liter of water. Grind or leaf format: Medium-fine.
What is Gesha coffee?
Gesha, also spelled Geisha, is a coffee variety from the Gesha region of southwestern Ethiopia, prized for its floral, tea-like cup. It became famous after a Panamanian lot won the Best of Panama competition in 2004, and it is now grown in many countries.
How should Gesha coffee be brewed?
Gently. Its floral, tea-like flavors are delicate, so most people brew it as a clean filter coffee, such as a pour-over, and avoid heavy methods that hide the aroma.
Who should avoid Peru Chanchamayo Gesha Coffee?
Caffeine affects everyone differently. If you are pregnant or nursing, sensitive to caffeine, or have been told to limit it, check with your doctor about how much is right for you. This information is educational and is not medical advice. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, managing a cardiac or gastrointestinal condition, or taking prescription medication, discuss caffeine and botanical intake with a qualified healthcare professional before making changes.
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