Gesha Coffee
24 coffees · 10 roasters · Sorted by expert rating
Gesha (also spelled Geisha) originated in Ethiopia's forests near the town of Gesha and was carried through Kenya and Costa Rica before landing in Panama, where volcanic, high-altitude farms unlocked its now-legendary jasmine, bergamot, and stone-fruit character. It remains specialty coffee's most expensive and sought-after variety, commanding some of the highest prices ever paid for green coffee.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between a coffee variety and a coffee origin?
Origin is where a coffee is grown (Ethiopia, Colombia); variety (or cultivar) is the specific genetic strain of the Coffea arabica plant itself — like a grape varietal in wine. The same variety can taste different grown in different countries, and the same origin can grow many different varieties.
Why is Gesha coffee so expensive?
Gesha has low yields, delicate cherries that are difficult to farm at the high altitudes it needs, and cup quality that consistently wins Panama's Best of Panama competition at record auction prices. Combined with intense demand from specialty roasters, that scarcity is what pushes retail prices to $40–$150+ per bag.