October 2025 Single Origin Rotation
8th Oct 2025
This month, we’re thrilled to present a lineup of coffees defined by rare varieties, bold provenance, and meticulous processing. From Mario Mejía’s experimental farm in Honduras to Gesha fields beside the original Gori Gesha Forest in Ethiopia — these coffees celebrate both craftsmanship and story.
Single Origin Espresso
Honduras, El Jardín
A highlight of our October espresso offering, this natural lot from Mario Mejía’s Finca El Jardín is bold and comforting. Through slow drying on raised beds, it develops flavours of fresh cherry, rocky road, and caramel. Mario’s experimental approach to variety trials—and his commitment to agroforestry—makes this more than just a cup.
Ethiopia, Gerbota
Grown by the Abebe Mulugeta producer group high in Yirgacheffe (2,100–2,150 m), this natural espresso is the product of hand-selected cherries and 12–17 days of rigorous drying. The result is a sweet, dense cup with lime, stonefruit, and butterscotch notes.
Myanmar, Pa-O
From the remote valleys of Southern Shan State, this espresso is a story of revival. As farms were once abandoned, Behind the Leaf Coffee worked with Pa-O families to restore selective harvesting and processing. Expect cherry, orange marmalade, and dark chocolate in every sip.
Special Release Filter
Burundi, Gihere
Managed by Bugestal, Gihere works with over 15,000 farmers across Ngozi and Muyinga provinces. This natural-processed filter lot is floated, hand-sorted, and dried slowly over 3–4 weeks. The cup reveals cranberry, fig, and lemon myrtle — expressive and carefully curated.
Guatemala, La Concepción
A rare washed Maragogype, this filter lot is syrupy, refined, and balanced. Citric and malic acidity meet chocolate undertones, while subtle hints of berry add complexity. Flavour notes: orange, blackberry, and milk chocolate.
Panama, Bambito Estate
At elevation in Volcán Barú, the Amar Sittón family’s Red Bourbon lot is hand-picked, sorted, and dried over three to four weeks. The microclimates of the farm lend dimension to the cup: redcurrant, dried pineapple, and dried ginger appear gently layered.
Ethiopia, Gesha Village – Oma Lot 050
Sourced from the estate planted next to the original Gori Gesha Forest, this natural filter is deeply rooted in Gesha lineage. Every cherry is tracked to its block, and beans are dried slowly to preserve complexity. Flavours of jasmine, peach, and honeydew melon shine.
