{"title":"Garrido Specialty Coffee","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGarrido Specialty Coffee — Award-Winning Boquete Coffee Since 1959\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarrido Specialty Coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most decorated family-run coffee estates in Panama. Founded in 1959 by Teodoro Garrido in the highlands of Boquete, the family has been producing exceptional \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coffee\"\u003especialty coffee\u003c\/a\u003e for over six decades on volcanic soil at elevations ranging from 1,200 to 1,750 meters above sea level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the passing of their father, the family business is now in the hands of Teodoro's two daughters — Gissell and Liliana Garrido — along with their mother. Together they manage four family-owned estates in Boquete: Cantera (El Palomar), Volcancito, Margarita, and Los Rosales. Their farms grow Caturra, Catuai, Typica, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/geisha\"\u003eGeisha\u003c\/a\u003e, and the rare \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garrido-specialty-coffee-mokkita\"\u003eMokkita\u003c\/a\u003e variety — a unique cultivar discovered on their legendary Mama Cata farm and verified by World Coffee Research as a genotype found nowhere else in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBest of Panama Winners — A Legacy of Awards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarrido's commitment to quality has earned them multiple awards at the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-of-panama-coffee\"\u003eBest of Panama\u003c\/a\u003e, the world's most prestigious specialty coffee competition:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2020 Best of Panama\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1st Place, Traditional Natural (\u003ca href=\"\/products\/garrido-specialty-coffee-mokkita\"\u003eMama Cata Mokkita\u003c\/a\u003e, 91 points)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2021 Best of Panama\u003c\/strong\u003e — 1st Place, Varietal Natural (Mama Cata Mokkita, 93 points — highest ever for a non-Geisha)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2025 Best of Panama\u003c\/strong\u003e — 3rd Place, Varietal category (Cantera Farm, 92.25 points)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee Review 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e — #1 on the Top 30 Coffees of the Year (Mama Cata Mokkita, 97 points)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir Mama Cata estate sits at 1,500–1,750 meters in the Alto Quiel micro-region of Boquete — neighboring world-famous farms like Hacienda La Esmeralda and Elida Estate. Garrido coffees are handpicked and processed using traditional wet-wash and natural methods with natural spring water, then dried on African beds and sun patios for a clean, complex cup with notes of chocolate, citrus, tropical fruit, cream, and floral character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRare Panama Coffee, Delivered Worldwide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarrido coffee is highly sought after internationally and rarely available in North America. At Boquete Coffee Traders, we work directly with the Garrido family to bring their exceptional coffees to you — including the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garrido-specialty-coffee-mokkita\"\u003eMokkita\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garrido-specialty-coffee-geisha\"\u003eGeisha\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garrido-specialty-coffee-farms-blend\"\u003eFarms Blend\u003c\/a\u003e. Every bag is delivered worldwide via FedEx or DHL in 5 days. Free shipping on orders over $70. Explore the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coffee\"\u003ePanama coffee collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"garrido-specialty-coffee-farms-blend","title":"Garrido Specialty Coffee Farms Blend - 455g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGarrido Specialty Coffee Farms Blend — Boquete, Panama | 455g\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarrido Farms Blend is a 455g (16 oz) washed specialty coffee from one of Panama's most awarded coffee families. Blended from Red Catuai, Typica, and Caturra cherries harvested across three Boquete micro-regions — Alto Lino, Volcancito, and Alto Quiel — at elevations between 1,200 and 1,700 meters above sea level. Ships worldwide from Panama in 5 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love This Coffee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple Best of Panama winner — the Garrido family has earned 1st Place in 2020 and 2021, and 3rd Place in 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlended from three Boquete highland micro-regions for depth and complexity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver 65 years of family coffee expertise — founded in 1959 by Teodoro Garrido\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRarely available in North America — most Garrido coffee goes to the Asian market\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree worldwide shipping on orders over $70\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA versatile everyday specialty coffee with the quality pedigree of a Best of Panama winning estate — perfect for pour-over, drip, French press, or espresso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Garrido Family — Over Six Decades of Excellence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Garrido family has been cultivating coffee in the highlands of Boquete since 1959, when founder Teodoro Garrido established the family's first farm on volcanic soil enriched with minerals from Volcan Baru. Today the family business is led by Teodoro's two daughters, Gissell and Liliana, along with their mother. Together they manage four estates — Cantera (El Palomar), Volcancito, Margarita, and Los Rosales — neighboring world-famous farms like Hacienda La Esmeralda and Elida Estate. Their Mama Cata Mokkita variety won 1st Place at the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-of-panama-coffee\"\u003eBest of Panama\u003c\/a\u003e in both 2020 (91 points) and 2021 (92 points), and their Cantera Farm earned 3rd Place in the 2025 Varietal category with 92.25 points. Garrido coffee is highly sought after internationally and rarely available in North America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Farms Blend is predominantly Red Catuai with small percentages of Typica and Caturra — all washed processed using traditional methods with natural spring water. The cherries are sourced from family farms across three distinct Boquete micro-regions, each contributing unique terroir characteristics to the final blend. Expect a \u003cstrong\u003esweet, well-balanced cup with dark chocolate notes, subtle floral aromas, medium citric acidity, and a full, satisfying body\u003c\/strong\u003e. A refined everyday coffee that reflects over six decades of Garrido family craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend: Red Catuai, Typica, Caturra — Boquete, Panama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess: Washed | Roast: Medium | Format: Whole Bean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicro-regions: Alto Lino, Volcancito, Alto Quiel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAltitude: 1,200–1,700 m.a.s.l.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducer: Garrido Family — est. 1959, Boquete, Panama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 455g (16 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelf life: 12 months (store sealed, cool place, away from direct sunlight)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips worldwide in 5 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind fresh immediately before brewing. Use filtered water at \u003cstrong\u003e200°F (93°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePour-Over (V60 \/ Chemex \/ Kalita Wave)\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium-fine grind | 1:15 ratio | 3–4 min. Highlights chocolate and floral notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrip Coffee Maker\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium grind | 1:16 ratio. Clean, balanced everyday cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrench Press\u003c\/strong\u003e — coarse grind | 1:15 ratio | Steep 4 min. Full body, rich chocolate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEspresso\u003c\/strong\u003e — fine grind | 1:2 ratio | 25–30 sec. Dark chocolate and caramel sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Garrido \u0026amp; Panama Specialty Coffee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/garrido-specialty-coffee\"\u003eGarrido Specialty Coffee collection\u003c\/a\u003e. More Boquete coffees: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gran-del-val\"\u003eGran Del Val\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/kotowa\"\u003eKotowa\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/geisha\"\u003ePanama Geisha collection\u003c\/a\u003e. Browse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coffee\"\u003ePanama coffee\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Garrido Farms Blend?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA washed specialty coffee blended from Red Catuai, Typica, and Caturra cherries harvested across three Boquete micro-regions at 1,200 to 1,700 meters elevation. Produced by the award-winning Garrido family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHas Garrido won the Best of Panama?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Garrido family won 1st Place in the Best of Panama Traditional category in 2020 and 2021 with their Mama Cata Mokkita variety, and earned 3rd Place in the 2025 Varietal category with their Cantera Farm lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I brew Garrido Farms Blend?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePour-over, drip, French press, or espresso all work well. Grind fresh, use filtered water at 200F (93C), and adjust grind size to your brew method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does shipping take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5 business days worldwide via FedEx or DHL. Free shipping on orders over $70.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is the Garrido Farms Blend?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A washed specialty coffee blended from Red Catuai, Typica, and Caturra cherries harvested across three Boquete micro-regions at 1,200 to 1,700 meters elevation. Produced by the award-winning Garrido family.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Has Garrido won the Best of Panama?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes. 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Delivered worldwide from Panama in 5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love This Coffee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMama Cata estate — one of Boquete's oldest farms, neighboring Hacienda La Esmeralda and Elida Estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple Best of Panama winner — 1st Place Traditional in 2020 and 2021, 3rd Place Varietal in 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrown at 1,500–1,750 m.a.s.l. on volcanic soil in the prized Alto Quiel micro-region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRarely available in North America — most Garrido Geisha goes to the Asian market\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree worldwide shipping on orders over $70\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA truly rare opportunity to taste Panama Geisha from one of Boquete's most awarded and least accessible estates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Mama Cata Estate — Where Legends Grow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMama Cata is one of the oldest coffee farms in Panama, with roots dating back to 1911. The Garrido family acquired the estate in 1997, and it was here that Geisha was first planted decades ago. The farm takes its name from Catalina Fitchet, wife of a previous owner. Originally part of a larger property that included what are now the neighboring Elida and Lerida estates, Mama Cata sits in the heart of Boquete's most prized coffee-growing territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Garrido family has been cultivating coffee in Boquete since 1959, when founder Teodoro Garrido established the family's first farm. Today the business is led by his two daughters, Gissell and Liliana, who continue pushing quality forward. It was also on Mama Cata where the family discovered the rare Mokkita variety — a unique cultivar that earned them back-to-back 1st Place wins at the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-of-panama-coffee\"\u003eBest of Panama\u003c\/a\u003e in 2020 (91 points) and 2021 (92 points). In 2025, their Cantera Farm earned 3rd Place in the Varietal category with 92.25 points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile — What Does Garrido Gesha Coffee Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrown at 1,500–1,750 meters on volcanic soil enriched with minerals from Volcan Baru, washed with natural spring water, and dried on African beds. The high altitude and cool mountain climate of Alto Quiel produce a Geisha with extraordinary clarity and complexity. Expect a light roast with an \u003cstrong\u003eelegant floral aroma, bright citrus acidity, jasmine and stone fruit notes, a silky mouthfeel, and a sweet, lingering finish\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is Panama Gesha at its most expressive — from an estate that neighbors the best in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Single-Origin Geisha (Gesha) — Mama Cata, Alto Quiel, Boquete, Panama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess: Washed | Roast: Light | Format: Whole Bean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAltitude: 1,500–1,750 m.a.s.l.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducer: Garrido Family — est. 1959, Boquete, Panama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 228g (8 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivered worldwide in 5 days (sourcing may take up to 3 additional days)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind fresh immediately before brewing. Use filtered water at \u003cstrong\u003e200°F (93°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePour-Over (V60 \/ Chemex \/ Kalita Wave)\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium-fine grind | 1:15 ratio | 3–4 min. Best method to showcase floral and citrus notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAeroPress\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium-fine grind | 1:15 ratio | 2–3 min. Clean, concentrated, highlights sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrench Press\u003c\/strong\u003e — coarse grind | 1:15 ratio | Steep 4 min. Fuller body, stone fruit forward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest enjoyed black — no milk, no sugar — to experience the full complexity of the Gesha profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Garrido \u0026amp; Panama Geisha Coffee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Garrido: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garrido-specialty-coffee-farms-blend\"\u003eFarms Blend (everyday specialty)\u003c\/a\u003e. More Panama Geisha: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kotowa-coffe-geisha-gourmet-227g\"\u003eKotowa Geisha Gourmet\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/janson-geisha-washed-coffee-200g\"\u003eJanson Family Geisha\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/finca-lerida-geisha-coffee-250g\"\u003eFinca Lerida Geisha\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gran-del-val-geisha-washed-coffee-250g\"\u003eGran Del Val Geisha Washed\u003c\/a\u003e. See the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/geisha\"\u003ePanama Geisha collection\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/garrido-specialty-coffee\"\u003eGarrido Specialty Coffee collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Garrido Geisha (Gesha) special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt comes from Mama Cata, one of the oldest farms in Boquete, sitting at 1,500–1,750 meters in the Alto Quiel micro-region. The Garrido family has won multiple Best of Panama awards and their coffee is rarely available in North America.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it Geisha or Gesha coffee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth spellings refer to the same prized coffee variety. Geisha is the traditional name used in Panama, while Gesha reflects the variety's Ethiopian origin in the Gesha region. You may see either spelling depending on the producer or roaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHas Garrido won the Best of Panama?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The Garrido family won 1st Place in the Traditional category in 2020 and 2021 with their Mama Cata Mokkita variety, and earned 3rd Place in the 2025 Varietal category with their Cantera Farm lot scoring 92.25 points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I brew Garrido Geisha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePour-over (V60, Chemex, Kalita Wave) or AeroPress with medium-fine grind, brewed black. This brings out the floral and citrus notes Geisha is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does delivery take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSince this is a rare, made-to-order Geisha, sourcing may take up to 3 additional days. Once shipped, delivery takes 5 days worldwide via FedEx or DHL. Free shipping on orders over $70.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What makes Garrido Geisha (Gesha) special?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It comes from Mama Cata, one of the oldest farms in Boquete, sitting at 1,500 to 1,750 meters in the Alto Quiel micro-region. The Garrido family has won multiple Best of Panama awards and their coffee is rarely available in North America.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is it Geisha or Gesha coffee?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Both spellings refer to the same prized coffee variety. Geisha is the traditional name used in Panama, while Gesha reflects the variety's Ethiopian origin in the Gesha region. 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Back-to-back 1st Place winner at the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-of-panama-coffee\"\u003eBest of Panama\u003c\/a\u003e (2020 and 2021) and named the #1 coffee in the world by Coffee Review in 2021 with 97 points. Delivered worldwide from Panama in 5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love This Coffee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorld's rarest Arabica variety — verified by World Coffee Research as a unique genotype found only at Mama Cata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack-to-back Best of Panama 1st Place winner (2020: 91 pts, 2021: 93 pts) — highest-scoring non-Geisha variety ever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoffee Review #1 Top 30 Coffees of 2021 — 97 points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuctioned at $400\/lb — the highest price ever paid for a non-Geisha coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree worldwide shipping on orders over $70\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you think Panama coffee begins and ends with Geisha — this is the cup that will change your mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe World's Rarest Coffee Variety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMokkita is not just rare — it is the only coffee of its kind. Verified by \u003cstrong\u003eWorld Coffee Research (WCR)\u003c\/strong\u003e as a unique genotype of Coffea Arabica, Mokkita has not been found anywhere else in the world. The variety produces tiny cherries — similar to the ancient Mokka cultivar — but with a flavor profile entirely its own: an intense, layered tropical cup that rivals and, in many judges' opinions, surpasses Panama Geisha in complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Garrido family first discovered a single unusual tree at Mama Cata around 2005. José David Garrido brought a small sample to renowned Japanese coffee expert \u003cstrong\u003eMamoru Taguchi\u003c\/strong\u003e — then president of the Specialty Coffee Association of Japan and coffee advisor to the Emperor of Japan — who immediately recognized its extraordinary quality. The family began propagating the variety, and today about 2 hectares (5 acres) of Mokkita grow at Mama Cata. It remains an exceptionally low-yielding plant, producing less than half the cherry of Geisha or Typica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAward-Winning Provenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest of Panama 2020:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1st Place — Traditional Natural (91 points)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest of Panama 2021:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1st Place — Varietal Natural (93 points from 18 international jurors — highest ever for a non-Geisha)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee Review 2021:\u003c\/strong\u003e #1 on the Top 30 Coffees of the Year — 97 points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest of Panama Auction 2021:\u003c\/strong\u003e $400\/lb — highest price ever for a non-Geisha variety worldwide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile — What Does Mokkita Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMokkita delivers a cup unlike anything else in specialty coffee. Expect \u003cstrong\u003eintense tropical fruit — mango, passion fruit, peach, and papaya\u003c\/strong\u003e — layered with \u003cstrong\u003erounded florals, bergamot, and hints of raw chocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e. The body is lush and syrupy with effervescent acidity and a long, flavor-laden finish. As one Coffee Review blind assessment put it: \"aromatically other-worldly.\" Best enjoyed black to experience the full complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Mama Cata Estate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMama Cata is one of the oldest coffee farms in Panama, with roots dating back to 1911. Located in the Alto Quiel micro-region of Boquete at 1,500–1,750 m.a.s.l., the estate sits in the heart of Boquete's most prized coffee territory — neighboring Hacienda La Esmeralda and Elida Estate. Today the farm is led by Gissell and Liliana Garrido, daughters of founder Teodoro Garrido, who established the family's first coffee farm in 1959. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garrido-specialty-coffee-geisha\"\u003eGarrido Geisha\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garrido-specialty-coffee-farms-blend\"\u003eFarms Blend\u003c\/a\u003e also come from this estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Single-Origin Mokkita (Arabica) — Mama Cata, Alto Quiel, Boquete, Panama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess: Natural | Roast: Medium | Format: Whole Bean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAltitude: 1,500–1,750 m.a.s.l.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducer: Garrido Family — est. 1959, Boquete, Panama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerified unique genotype by World Coffee Research (WCR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 135g (4.8 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivered worldwide in 5 days (sourcing may take up to 3 additional days)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrind fresh immediately before brewing. Use filtered water at \u003cstrong\u003e200°F (93°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePour-Over (V60 \/ Chemex \/ Kalita Wave)\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium-fine grind | 1:15 ratio | 3–4 min. Best method to showcase the tropical fruit and floral layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAeroPress\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium-fine grind | 1:15 ratio | 2–3 min. Clean, concentrated, highlights the syrupy sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest enjoyed black — no milk, no sugar — to experience the full complexity of the Mokkita profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Garrido \u0026amp; Panama Specialty Coffee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Garrido: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garrido-specialty-coffee-geisha\"\u003eGeisha (Mama Cata)\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/garrido-specialty-coffee-farms-blend\"\u003eFarms Blend (everyday specialty)\u003c\/a\u003e. More award-winning Panama coffee: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kotowa-coffe-geisha-gourmet-227g\"\u003eKotowa Geisha Gourmet\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/finca-lerida-geisha-coffee-250g\"\u003eFinca Lerida Geisha\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gran-del-val-geisha-washed-coffee-250g\"\u003eGran Del Val Geisha Washed\u003c\/a\u003e. See the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/garrido-specialty-coffee\"\u003eGarrido Specialty Coffee collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mokkita coffee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMokkita is the world's rarest Arabica variety — a unique genotype verified by World Coffee Research, found only at the Garrido family's Mama Cata estate in Boquete, Panama. It produces tiny cherries and an extraordinarily complex tropical cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat awards has Garrido Mokkita won?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBack-to-back 1st Place at Best of Panama (2020 with 91 points, 2021 with 93 points), Coffee Review #1 coffee in the world for 2021 (97 points), and $400\/lb at auction — the highest price ever for a non-Geisha variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is Mokkita different from Geisha?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile Geisha is known for elegant floral and citrus notes, Mokkita delivers a more intense tropical profile — mango, passion fruit, peach — with a lush, syrupy body and raw chocolate undertones. Both are rare Panama varieties, but Mokkita exists only at one estate in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I brew Mokkita?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePour-over (V60, Chemex, Kalita Wave) or AeroPress with medium-fine grind, brewed black. 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