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Coffee Review

Tanzania Acacia Hills Geisha AA Washed

Jasmine, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lemongrass, Honey
88.25
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  • Country: Tanzania
  • Region: Karatu, Oldeani
  • Farm: Acacia Hills
  • Variety: Gesha
  • Altitude: 1,750–1,950 m (5,741–6,398 ft)
  • Process: Fully Washed
  • Crop Year: 2023/2024
  • Exporter: Typica
  • Exporter’s Supplied Notes: Jasmine, peach, orange, honey
  • Price: Unavailable (sold out)

Sensory Score & Experience

This Acacia Hills Gesha from Tanzania beautifully displays the terroir and processing influence, combining floral notes of jasmine and bergamot with peach and orange citrus, underpinned by a honey sweetness. The Gesha’s floral clarity blends seamlessly with the bright, savory, and herbal aspects typical of high-quality washed East African coffees.

Roast profile

Roasting Profile - Tanzania Acacia Hills Geisha AA Washed
  • Roasting Machine: Easyster 4
  • Batch Size: 1,000 g (2.2 lbs)
  • Output Weight: 880 g (1.94 lbs)
  • Weight Loss Rate: 12.0%

This roast was designed using a high gas pressure setting due to Tanzania’s fully washed processing and its similarity in profile to Kenyan coffees. Tanzanian washed coffees, like Kenyan ones, typically present a unique roast challenge with a marked drop in BT Rate of Rise (RoR) post-crack. To manage this, a strong gas pressure is needed to ensure steady post-crack development without stalling, preserving bright acidity and clean complexity in the cup.

Further Insights and Adjustments

This Gesha from Acacia Hills, with its nuanced flavor profile, showcases the best qualities of Tanzanian terroir with Gesha’s distinctive floral notes. In comparison to Kenya, Tanzanian coffees often bring a similar profile but with a price advantage. This batch reflects the highest quality from Tanzania, offering citrus, herb, and floral complexity that rivals premier Kenyan lots.

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