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Echo

Roasted by Maude Coffee

This remarkable Geisha from Finca Deborah features a unique cascara-infused extended carbonic maceration process for a complex and bold flavor profile.

Echo — Maude Coffee
Image: courtesy of Maude Coffee
Black CherryRooibosRaisin

From the roaster

Black Cherry, Rooibos & Raisin

From the esteemed Finca Deborah in Panama, Echo is a remarkable Geisha showcasing a unique cascara-infused extended Carbonic Maceration that delivers a complex and bold flavour profile with distinct notes of black cherry, rooibos, and rich raisin.

— Maude Coffee

Context

Produced by Finca Deborah in Panama, Echo is a standout example of the Geisha varietal’s potential when paired with innovative techniques. This lot from Maude Coffee utilizes carbonic maceration, a sophisticated processing method that often influences the final cup profile by intensifying specific aromatic compounds. While Geisha is widely prized in the specialty industry for its signature floral and tea-like clarity, the application of this specific process here yields distinct notes of black cherry, rooibos, and raisin.

When evaluating such complex profiles, tasters often reference a flavor wheel to better categorize the interplay between the varietal’s inherent elegance and the processing-driven fruit characteristics. Echo serves as a compelling study in how modern post-harvest practices can refine the expression of a world-renowned coffee, offering a sensory experience that balances deep, dried-fruit sweetness with the nuanced, delicate structure expected from high-quality Panamanian harvests.

Buy — £120 from Maude Coffee

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Echo grown?

Echo, roasted by Maude Coffee, is sourced from Boquete, Panama.

What does Echo taste like?

Expect tasting notes of Black Cherry, Rooibos, and Raisin.

How is Echo processed?

Echo uses the Carbonic Maceration process.

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