This washed coffee originates from Volcan, Chiriqui, Panama, produced by Kai Janson. The bean is a Geisha variety showcasing crisp and bright nectarine notes with layered melon characteristics including honeydew and cantaloupe. As the cup cools, white floral tones emerge alongside green tea notes throughout the profile.
Origin
Volcán (Panama)
Flavor Notes
Nectarine, Cantaloupe, Green Tea, Honeydew, White Floral
Shoebox Coffee Roasters is a Chicago based micro roastery focused on light roast profiles that emphasize acidity, complexity, and fruit forward flavors. Founded by Maxwell, who previously roasted for Jimmy Beans, the operation is built around sourcing and small batch production. Shoebox conducts origin trips to build direct relationships with farmers, including work with Hacienda La Papaya in Saraguro, Ecuador, sourcing varietals like Mejorado, Sidra, and Geisha. New coffee drops are released every Sunday, roasted and shipped fresh. It is a young roastery that has quickly earned a following in the specialty coffee community for the quality and intentionality of its sourcing.
