Guatemala Antigua Bella Carmona Geisha Washed

Tasting Note:  Bergamot | Citrus | Floral | Melon Sweetness | Honey 

 Size:  200g/1kg

Brewing Recommendation: Filter Brews / Modern Espresso 

Few coffee regions carry the weight of history quite like Antigua, and few farms embody it as gracefully as Bella Carmona. Established over a century ago (what!) and stewarded by the Zelaya family for four generations, this estate sits on the southern slopes of Volcán de Agua, where elevations of 1,500–1,800 metres, cool nights, and mineral-rich volcanic soils quietly do most of the heavy lifting.

Today, the legacy continues under Luis Pedro Zelaya, a fourth-generation producer and miller, whose meticulous approach at the Bella Vista mill blends tradition with modern quality discipline. In short? Think heritage, but with calibrated fermentation tanks and a very sharp eye for detail.

About This Geisha

For this washed Geisha, only perfectly ripe cherries are selectively harvested, gently fermented, and carefully dried to preserve clarity. While the Antigua terroir provides structure and vibrancy, the Geisha varietal brings its classic elegance to the table.

In the cup, expect lifted notes of bergamot and citrus, expressive florals, and a refined melon-like sweetness, all wrapped up in a lingering honeyed finish.

Classic, composed, and still very capable of stealing the spotlight, Bella Carmona knows exactly what they are doing with the poise of an Old Guard.