Finca Deborah - Aether

Origin: Panama

Farm/Region: Finca Deborah, Volcan

Tasting Notes: Mandarin, Bergamot & Orange Blossom

Producer: Jamison Savage

Varietal: Gesha

Altitude: 1925 MASL

Processing: Argon Maceration Washed

Roast Profile: Omni

About The Coffee: Finca Deborah is shrouded in rainforest cloud coverage for much of the year. The extreme elevation and reduced temperature slows the metabolism of the trees. These cold temperatures, reaching 10 C, permit the trees to push more sugars into the cherries during production.

After the ripe Gesha cherries are harvested, they enter a carefully controlled fermentation process in argon-infused stainless steel tanks. This 50-hour journey, closely monitored for temperature and pH, ensures that only the most desirable aromas emerge. Once the cherries have reached their peak, they are washed and dried on a specialised three-tiered bed system, preserving the delicate complexities within.

After the required time inside nitrogen-infused tanks, the coffee is removed and placed on shaded, raised, African beds.

Produced by Jamison Savage at Finca Deborah in the Volcan region of Panama, Aether represents a meticulous approach to coffee cultivation. This lot features the Gesha varietal, a plant widely celebrated in the specialty industry for its distinct floral aromatics and tea-like clarity. What sets this specific offering from Axil Coffee Roasters apart is the use of Argon Maceration Washed processing. By utilizing inert gas during the fermentation stage, producers can exert precise control over the development of acidity and sweetness, often resulting in a cleaner, more vibrant cup profile.

To better understand how these technical choices influence the final experience, one can explore the nuances of various processing methods. When evaluating the bright, citrus-forward notes of mandarin and bergamot found in this coffee, referencing a flavor wheel can be a helpful tool for identifying and articulating the complex layers of orange blossom that define this exceptional harvest.