Gesha Natural (Floral Symphony)

Colombia | El Diviso | Nestor Lasso | Gesha Natural (Floral Symphony) | Signature Series

Gesha (or Geisha), originally from Ethiopia, gained fame through Panamanian farms for its outstanding floral and tea-like cup profile. Often described as jasmine, bergamot, and stone fruit in the cup, it commands some of the highest prices in specialty coffee. It has low yields and is challenging to grow but highly sought after for competition and premium markets.

The natural process involves drying whole coffee cherries under the sun, allowing the beans to absorb flavors from the fruit as they dry. This results in a coffee with a heavy body, fruity sweetness, and complex flavors. It’s commonly practiced in Ethiopia and Brazil, where the climate is conducive to sun-drying.

This refers to the surface colour of the whole roasted bean, but it's not always a reliable indicator of roast level. Some of our most vibrant and lightly roasted coffees, like our Ecuadorian Sidra, may appear medium-dark (Agtron 50–60) due to their surface colour, yet are in fact light roasts with minimal development time. Surface colour can be affected by the original green colour, bean type, density, and moisture — so don't judge a bean by its exterior.

orange blossom, tropical fruits, jasmine, and cherry, with a brilliant acidity, juicy body, and sweet aftertaste. (Gesha Floral Symphony Natural)

Colombia | El Diviso | Nestor Lasso | Gesha Natural (Floral Symphony) | Signature Series - When is peak flavour?

Suggests a harmonious and complex blend of floral notes, appealing to coffee connoisseurs seeking a refined taste experience. You will find a diverse and fragrant bouquet reminiscent of jasmine, rose and lavender.

Gesha (also spelled Geisha) has its roots in the Ethiopian town of Gesha. It is renowned for its exceptional flavour characteristics, often described as having a complex and floral aroma, with notes of jasmine, bergamot, and tropical fruit. Gesha is prized for its exceptional and complex flavour profile, and it has become a symbol of high-quality specialty coffee. Coffee enthusiasts and connoisseurs often seek out Gesha beans for a unique and memorable coffee experience.

El Diviso is a family-run coffee farm located in the highlands of Pitalito, Huila, Colombia, at elevations ranging from 1,750 to over 1,900 metres above sea level. Founded by Jose Uribe Lasso and now led by the next generation, El Diviso has become one of the most influential names in modern Colombian specialty coffee. The farm spans approximately 14 to 16 hectares and is dedicated to producing meticulously crafted microlots that reflect both terroir and process.

Under the leadership of Nestor and Adrian Lasso, El Diviso transitioned from traditional washed coffees into experimental, competition-level production. Today, the farm is known for rare varieties, advanced fermentation techniques, and repeatable processing protocols that have made its coffees favourites among top roasters and baristas worldwide. You can read the full El Diviso story on our blog .

Nestor Lasso is a leading figure in Colombia’s new wave of experimental coffee producers. Based at his family’s farm, El Diviso, in Pitalito, Huila, Nestor blends deep local knowledge with a scientific mindset, focusing on fermentation control, varietal expression, and consistency. His work has helped position El Diviso as a reference point for competition-level Colombian coffee.

Working closely with his brother Adrian and collaborators such as Jhoan Vergara of Las Flores, Nestor has refined processes including thermal shock, anaerobic fermentation, and cultured fermentations. His coffees are celebrated for their clarity, vibrancy, and layered sweetness, and are frequently selected for national and international competitions. Learn more about Nestor and the El Diviso family in our full producer story .

We sourced this competition coffee lot through LOHAS BEANS who work directly with the farmer and air freight the beans as soon as they are ready from processing.

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Lohas Beans is a Colombian exporter that works alongside some of the country’s most respected and forward-thinking producers, helping bring standout Colombian coffees to the global stage. Their lots have appeared in competitions, been served in top cafés around the world, and enjoyed by dedicated home brewers. While Lohas Beans are not producers themselves, they source and offer distinctive, high-quality lots for discerning coffee drinkers by collaborating with leading Colombian producers, including the Vergara Brothers, the Lasso Brothers, Jhonathan Gasca, Orlando Ospina, and Paola Trujillo.