Buku Abel
GUJI, ETHIOPIA
Meet the Farm: Buku Abel
Nestled in the high-altitude volcanic slopes of Boquete, Panama, Finca El Paraiso is a small family-owned farm producing some of the most sought-after specialty coffee in Central America. Run by the third generation of the-maker family, this micro-lot farm is renowned for its meticulous processing methods and commitment to sustainable, shade-grown coffee.
At phat baby cow coffee, we’re thrilled to feature Finca El Paraiso as our latest Featured Roaster, bringing you a cup that’s as complex and refined as the terroir it comes from.
The Coffee: Geisha Natural
Origin: Boquete, Panama (1,800m elevation)
Varietal: Geisha
Process: Natural (fruit-forward, fermented notes)
Flavor Notes: Jasmine, bergamot, ripe peach, honey, subtle wine-like acidity
Roast Level: Light
Award History: Multiple Cup of Excellence top 10 placements
This Geisha Natural is a standout example of what Panamanian coffee can achieve. The natural process amplifies the fruitiness, delivering a tea-like body with aromatic florals that hit you immediately on the nose. The first sip opens with jasmine and bergamot, followed by a luscious peach sweetness that lingers into a clean, honeyed finish.
Why We Chose Finca El Paraiso
We don’t feature roasters lightly. Our criteria include:
CriterionWhy Finca El Paraiso FitsQualityConsistent Cup of Excellence-level lotsTransparencyDirect trade, full farm-to-cup traceabilitySustainabilityShade-grown, organic practices, water conservationInnovationExperimental processing (anaerobic, carbonic)StoryGenerational family farm with passion for craft
This partnership aligns with our mission at phat baby cow coffee: to bring Calgary extraordinary coffee with a story worth telling.
How to Brew It
To honor the delicate florals and fruit notes in this Geisha, we recommend:
V60 Pour-Over (1:16 ratio, 93°C, 3:30 total brew time)
Chemex (for a cleaner, tea-like cup)
Cold Brew (12-hour steep, dilute 1:2 for a fruity, low-acid treat)
Avoid dark roasting or French press—this coffee’s complexity shines brightest when brewed lightly and cleanly.
Available Now
You can find Finca El Paraiso Geisha Natural in our Discovery section both online and in-store at our Calgary lab. Limited micro-lot availability—once it’s gone, it won’t be restocked until next harvest.
