Kona Geisha Peaberry

Kona Geisha Peaberry — Washed & Anaerobic Light Roast A rare Kona Geisha peaberry from Noelani Farm, produced in extremely small volume and roasted to preserve clarity, florality, and sweetness. This lot combines two complementary washed-style processes—Rosé Washed and anaerobic washed with yeast inoculation—resulting in a coffee that is refined and expressive, with layered fruit and floral character grounded by structure and balance. Origin Farm: Noelani FarmRegion: North Kona, Hawai‘iElevation: ~2,500 ftVariety: Geisha (Peaberry separation) Noelani Farm sits high above Hōlualoa in the upper elevations of Kona, where cooler temperatures and persistent cloud cover slow cherry maturation. These conditions mirror aspects of Panama’s Boquete region, allowing the Geisha variety to develop its signature aromatic complexity—while still expressing Kona’s softer acidity and tropical sweetness. Geisha trees were first planted at Noelani in 2021. First harvests began in 2023–2024, harvest volumes remained extremely limited, making this peaberry selection especially scarce. Process & Composition This is not a single-process coffee, and that distinction matters. Primary component: Anaerobic washed, yeast-inoculated Secondary component: Rosé washed (small percentage) Fermentation: Controlled, multi-stage Drying: Carefully dried with dehumidifying drying machines. The anaerobic washed portion provides structure, sweetness, and depth.The Rosé washed component contributes lift—soft florals and gentle red fruit. Blended at the green stage, the goal is balance rather than overt fermentation character. The cup remains clean and transparent, with enhanced aromatic range rather than exaggerated funk. About the Geisha Variety Geisha is one of the world’s most distinctive coffee varieties, prized for its aromatic intensity, floral character, and refined sweetness. Unlike traditional Kona varieties, Geisha produces a lighter-bodied cup with elevated aromatics and layered fruit notes rather than deep, roast-driven flavors. When grown at high elevation and handled with precision, Geisha expresses remarkable clarity and elegance—qualities that make it rare, demanding to produce, and highly sought after. Cup Profile Aromatic: lychee, rose petal, strawberryFlavor: watermelon, raspberry, pink citrus, honeyFinish: clean, silky, sweet and tea-like This coffee leans elegant rather than explosive. Compared to Panama Geisha, acidity is softer and more rounded; compared to classic Kona, aromatics are significantly elevated. Roast Style Light roast, developed for clarity and sweetness. We roast this coffee to preserve its floral top notes and refined texture, avoiding roast-driven flavors that would obscure the subtleties created in fermentation. Brewing Recommendations Best results with: Pour-over (V60, Kalita, Origami) Gentle immersion (Clever, Hario Switch) Use softer water and slightly cooler brew temperatures to highlight florals and avoid sharpening acidity. Who This Coffee Is For Geisha drinkers looking to explore Hawai‘i terroir Kona drinkers ready for a more aromatic, expressive cup Those who value elegance and balance over intensity This is not a heavy or bold coffee. If you prefer deep roast flavors or pronounced chocolate notes, this will not be the right choice. Scarcity Geisha is grown on only a handful of farms in Kona. Noelani farm has just 1 acre dedicated to this variety producing only a few hundred pounds each year. Peaberry comprises only 5% of the beans. This lot of Peaberry from Fall 2025 harvests amounted to just 10lb. Once sold out, this coffee will not be available again until the next harvest—if yields allow.