EL VERGEL GESHA

Origin: Tolima, Colombia

Roast: Filter

Producer: Elias & Shady Bayter

Altitude: 1500 meters

Varietal: Gesha

Process: Natural Koji

Since first stepping into the world of coffee production, the Bayter family have been making innovative leaps at their farm. This special Rarity combines the famous flavour of Gesha with the Koji natural process, pioneered by Elias and Shady.

After harvest, Koji - a fungus that grows on rice - is introduced to the coffee cherries to aid fermentation. The result is a profile with incredibly deep flavour and distinct texture

Produced by Elias and Shady Bayter in the Tolima region of Colombia · Tolima, the El Vergel Gesha represents a sophisticated intersection of traditional cultivation and experimental technique. This lot features the Gesha varietal, a plant widely celebrated in specialty coffee for its distinct, tea-like clarity and complex aromatic profile. By utilizing a Natural Koji process, the producers have applied a unique fermentation method to these cherries, which often introduces nuanced enzymatic transformations during drying.

As explored in our guide to processing methods, such techniques can significantly influence the final cup profile, often pushing the boundaries of traditional fruit-forward characteristics. Roasted by The Barn, this coffee invites drinkers to explore its specific attributes through the lens of the flavor wheel. Grown at 1500 masl, this selection highlights the Bayter family’s commitment to precision and innovation within the diverse landscape of Colombian coffee production.