{"title":"Lamastus Family Estates","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLamastus Family Estates Coffee — From Panama's Highest Farm to Your Cup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLamastus Family Estates is home to \u003cstrong\u003eElida Estate\u003c\/strong\u003e — the highest coffee farm in Panama, growing at 1,700 to 1,950 meters above sea level on the slopes of Volcán Barú. The family has been producing coffee in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coffee\"\u003eBoquete\u003c\/a\u003e since 1918, now in its fourth generation under Wilford Lamastus Sr. and Wilford Jr. The estate operates three farms — Elida, El Burro, and Luito Geisha — all at ultra-high elevations in the Alto Quiel region. More than half of Elida's 65 hectares sit within Volcán Barú National Park, a protected ecological reserve and sanctuary for exotic wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Record-Breaking Elida Estate Geisha\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElida Estate Geisha is one of the most decorated coffees on Earth. The estate's \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/geisha\"\u003eGeisha lots\u003c\/a\u003e have sold for as much as \u003cstrong\u003e$13,518 per kilogram\u003c\/strong\u003e at private auction — the highest price ever recorded for coffee — and earned a near-perfect \u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e on CoffeeReview.com, the first time that score was ever awarded. The family has set multiple world records at the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-of-panama-coffee\"\u003eBest of Panama competition\u003c\/a\u003e, where they are the most decorated producers in the event's history. Our naturally processed \u003cstrong\u003eElida Estate Geisha Natural\u003c\/strong\u003e brings that legendary terroir — intense jasmine, lychee, and tropical fruit — within reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAward-Winning Coffee, Accessible Price\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond the Geisha, the Lamastus family grows exceptional \u003cstrong\u003eElida Estate Catuai\u003c\/strong\u003e in washed, natural, and honey processing — the same estate, the same terroir, and the same meticulous craft, at a price that lets you experience Lamastus quality every day without the auction price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Elida Estate Stands Out\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown as some of the finest cuppers in the coffee-growing world, the Lamastus family crafts distinct flavor profiles across each processing method — showcasing the extraordinary terroir of Panama's highest-altitude coffee. Every bag ships worldwide, delivered in 5 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lamastus-family-estates-catuai-honey-340g","title":"Elida Estate Catuai Honey - 340g — Lamastus Family","description":"\u003ch2\u003eElida Estate Catuai Honey Coffee by Lamastus Family — Boquete, Panama | 340g\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElida Estate Catuai Honey — produced by the Lamastus Family and known internationally as Elida Estate — is a 340g honey-processed Arabica from Panama's highest coffee farm, grown at 1,700–1,950 m.a.s.l. on the slopes of Volcán Barú. Silky, caramel-sweet, and stone-fruit forward, it sits beautifully between a clean washed and a bold natural. 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\u003eHoney-processed Catuai from one of the most decorated coffee farms on Earth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrown on Elida Estate — Panama's highest coffee farm, partly inside Volcán Barú National Park\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree worldwide shipping on orders over $70\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect if you want the sweetness and silky body of honey processing with the pedigree of a world-record estate — at an everyday price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom One of the Most Decorated Farms on Earth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lamastus family has produced coffee in Boquete since 1918, now led by fourth-generation producers Wilford Lamastus Sr. and Wilford Jr. Their estates — Elida, El Burro, and Luito Geisha — sit at ultra-high elevations in the Alto Quiel region, partially within Volcán Barú National Park. The family has set multiple world records at the Best of Panama, and their auction coffees have sold for thousands of dollars per pound. This Catuai Honey offers a taste of that world-class terroir and processing expertise without the auction price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Honey Process Explained\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn honey processing, the outer skin of the cherry is removed but a controlled amount of the sticky, sugar-rich mucilage — the \"honey\" — is left on the bean during drying. The fruit's natural sweetness absorbs into the bean without the full fermentation intensity of a natural process. The result is a cup with rich caramel sweetness, smooth stone fruit, and a velvety body — complex but approachable, sweet without being heavy, fruity without being overwhelming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eElida Estate Terroir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt these extreme altitudes, the cool, foggy microclimate of Volcán Barú's cloud forest slows cherry maturation dramatically, producing denser beans packed with concentrated sugars and layered complexity. More than half of the estate is protected virgin rainforest — home to quetzals, jaguars, and exotic flora — making it a working farm that doubles as an ecological sanctuary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting notes of \u003cstrong\u003ecaramel, stone fruit, and honey sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e with a velvety, lingering body. Refined and silky, with the clarity of a washed coffee and the sweetness of a natural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarietal: Catuai (Arabica) — Elida Estate, Alto Quiel, Boquete, Chiriquí, Panama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess: Honey | Roast: Medium | Format: Whole Bean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAltitude: 1,700–1,950 m.a.s.l. — Panama's highest coffee farm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducer: Lamastus Family Estates, since 1918 (4 generations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted and packed at origin in Panama for peak freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 340g (12 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivered worldwide in 5 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\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)\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium-fine grind | 1:15 ratio | 3–4 min. Highlights the caramel sweetness and stone fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEspresso\u003c\/strong\u003e — fine grind | 1:2 ratio | 25–30 sec. Rich, syrupy, sweet crema.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrench Press\u003c\/strong\u003e — coarse grind | 1:15 ratio | Steep 4 min. Full, velvety body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Lamastus \u0026amp; Elida Estate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Lamastus Family: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lamastus-family-estates-coffee-catuai-natural-340g\"\u003eElida Catuai Natural\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lamastus-family-estates-catuai-washed-340g\"\u003eElida Catuai Washed\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/elida-estate-geisha-natural-120g\"\u003eElida Estate Geisha Natural\u003c\/a\u003e. Other honey-process lots: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/finca-lerida-coffee-catuai-honey-250g\"\u003eFinca Lérida Catuai Honey\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gran-del-val-geisha-honey-250g\"\u003eGran Del Val Geisha Honey\u003c\/a\u003e. See the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lamastus-family-estates\"\u003eLamastus Family Estates collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurious how processing shapes the cup?\u003c\/strong\u003e Learn how \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/washed-vs-natural-vs-honey-coffee\"\u003ewashed, natural, and honey processing change the flavor\u003c\/a\u003e of Panama coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is honey-processed coffee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe outer skin of the cherry is removed but a controlled amount of the sugar-rich mucilage is left on the bean during drying. The fruit's sweetness absorbs into the bean, producing caramel sweetness, stone fruit, and a velvety body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Elida Catuai Honey compare to the Natural and Washed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHoney sits in the middle — sweeter and silkier than the clean, refined Washed, but less intense than the bold, fruit-forward Natural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Elida Estate special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is Panama's highest coffee farm, produced by the Lamastus Family since 1918, with multiple Best of Panama world records and auction lots that have sold for thousands of dollars per pound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does delivery take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDelivered in 5 days worldwide via FedEx or DHL. 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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\u003eNatural-processed Catuai from one of the most decorated farms in Panama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrown on Elida Estate — Panama's highest coffee farm, partly inside Volcán Barú National Park\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree worldwide shipping on orders over $70\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect if you love bold, fruity coffee and want world-class estate pedigree without the world-class price tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom One of the Most Decorated Farms in Panama\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lamastus family has grown coffee in Boquete since 1918, now in its fourth generation under Wilford Lamastus Sr. and Wilford Jr. The family operates multiple estates — Elida, El Burro, and Luito Geisha — all at ultra-high elevations in the Alto Quiel region. They have set multiple world records at the Best of Panama, including becoming the first producer ever to win both Geisha categories in the same year, and their auction coffees have sold for over $6,000 per pound. This Catuai Natural offers that same world-class terroir and expertise at a fraction of the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Natural Process Explained\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the natural process, the beans are dried inside the whole cherry, allowing the fruit's sugars to ferment and infuse directly into the bean. The result is intensely fruity — ripe berries, cherry, and apricot up front, with syrupy sweetness and smooth chocolate undertones on the finish. The body is full and creamy, the acidity bright but balanced: a powerful cup with surprising finesse, a signature of how the Lamastus family processes their naturals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eElida Estate Terroir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElida Estate sits partially within Volcán Barú National Park, a protected reserve and sanctuary for exotic wildlife including quetzals and jaguars. More than half of the estate's 65 hectares is dedicated to virgin cloud-forest preservation. The cool, foggy microclimate at these extreme altitudes ripens cherries slowly, concentrating sugars and developing complexity that lower-elevation farms cannot replicate. Deep, sandy-loam volcanic soil and 2,400mm of annual rainfall complete the ideal growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting notes of \u003cstrong\u003eberries, cherry, apricot, chocolate, and syrupy sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e with a full, creamy body and bright, balanced acidity. Bold and juicy, yet refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarietal: Catuai (Arabica) — Elida Estate, Alto Quiel, Boquete, Chiriquí, Panama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess: Natural (sun-dried in the cherry) | Roast: Medium | Format: Whole Bean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAltitude: 1,700–1,950 m.a.s.l. — Panama's highest coffee farm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProducer: Lamastus Family Estates, since 1918 (4 generations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted and packed at origin in Panama for peak freshness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 340g (12 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivered worldwide in 5 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\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)\u003c\/strong\u003e — medium-fine grind | 1:15 ratio | 3–4 min. Best for the berry and stone-fruit clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrench Press\u003c\/strong\u003e — coarse grind | 1:15 ratio | Steep 4 min. Maximum body and fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEspresso\u003c\/strong\u003e — fine grind | 1:2 ratio | 25–30 sec. Rich, jammy, fruit-forward shot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Lamastus \u0026amp; Elida Estate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Lamastus Family: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lamastus-family-estates-catuai-honey-340g\"\u003eElida Catuai Honey\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lamastus-family-estates-catuai-washed-340g\"\u003eElida Catuai Washed\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/elida-estate-geisha-natural-120g\"\u003eElida Estate Geisha Natural\u003c\/a\u003e. Other natural-process lots: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gran-del-val-geisha-natural-coffee-250g\"\u003eGran Del Val Geisha Natural\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/janson-family-geisha-natural-coffee-200g\"\u003eJanson Family Geisha Natural\u003c\/a\u003e. See the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lamastus-family-estates\"\u003eLamastus Family Estates collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurious how processing shapes the cup?\u003c\/strong\u003e Learn how \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/washed-vs-natural-vs-honey-coffee\"\u003ewashed, natural, and honey processing change the flavor\u003c\/a\u003e of Panama coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is natural-processed coffee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe beans are dried inside the whole cherry, letting the fruit's sugars ferment and infuse into the bean. This produces an intensely fruity cup with berries, cherry, and apricot, plus a fuller body than washed processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Elida Catuai Natural compare to the Honey and Washed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNatural is the boldest and fruitiest. Honey is sweeter and silkier in the middle. Washed is the cleanest and most refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Elida Estate special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is Panama's highest coffee farm, produced by the Lamastus Family since 1918, with multiple Best of Panama world records and auction lots that have sold for over $6,000 per pound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does delivery take?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDelivered in 5 days worldwide via FedEx or DHL. Free shipping over $70.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is natural-processed coffee?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The beans are dried inside the whole cherry, letting the fruit's sugars ferment and infuse into the bean. 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Ships worldwide in 5 business days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love This Coffee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWashed Catuai from Panama's highest coffee farm — Elida Estate, Lamastus Family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple Best of Panama world records (auction Geisha lots have sold for $6,000+\/lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree worldwide shipping on orders over $70\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect if you want a clean, refined Catuai with the depth of one of Panama's most decorated estates — ideal as drip, pour-over, or espresso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Cleanest, Most Refined Catuai From a World-Class Estate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lamastus-family-estates\"\u003eLamastus Family Estates\u003c\/a\u003e Catuai Washed is the cleanest, most refined expression of this world-class estate's \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/catuai\"\u003eCatuai\u003c\/a\u003e varietal. Grown at 1,700–1,950 meters on Elida Estate — the highest coffee farm in Panama — this fully washed Catuai delivers a crisp, transparent cup that lets the terroir speak for itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Washed Process\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outer skin and all fruit pulp are completely removed before the beans are sun-dried on patios. This strips away the fruity intensity of natural and honey processes, revealing the bean's true character: clean \u003cstrong\u003echocolate and toasted almond\u003c\/strong\u003e notes, \u003cstrong\u003ebright citrus\u003c\/strong\u003e acidity, and a smooth, medium body with a refined finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Lamastus Family Estates\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lamastus family has been producing \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/coffee\"\u003especialty coffee\u003c\/a\u003e in Boquete since 1918, now in its fourth generation under Wilford Lamastus Sr. and Wilford Jr. Their estates — Elida, El Burro, and Luito Geisha — occupy ultra-high elevations in the Alto Quiel region, with Elida sitting partially within Volcán Barú National Park. The family has set multiple world records at the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/best-of-panama-coffee\"\u003eBest of Panama competition\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eElida Estate Terroir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt nearly 2,000 meters, cool temperatures, persistent fog, and cloud forest canopy slow cherry maturation to a crawl, producing denser beans with concentrated sugars and layered complexity. More than half of the 65-hectare estate is dedicated to virgin rainforest conservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrewing Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA washed Catuai this clean deserves a method that highlights its clarity. A \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4sCP4JX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eHario V60\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/40U38m5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eKalita Wave\u003c\/a\u003e pour-over will bring out every nuance. For espresso, dial in a slightly finer grind. Grind fresh with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4rS5ixn\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"\u003eBaratza burr grinder\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePair It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chocolate and almond notes pair beautifully with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bocao-panama-chocolate-bar-almond-sea-salt-50g\"\u003eBocao Almond \u0026amp; Sea Salt chocolate\u003c\/a\u003e or an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/i-love-panama-chocolate\"\u003eI Love Panama Chocolate\u003c\/a\u003e bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVarietal: Catuai (Arabica)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcess: Washed | Roast: Medium | Format: Whole Bean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegion: Alto Quiel, Boquete, Chiriquí, Panama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAltitude: 1,700–1,950 m.a.s.l.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTasting notes: chocolate, toasted almond, citrus, clean finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNet weight: 340g (12 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips worldwide in 5 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More Lamastus \u0026amp; Panama Catuai\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Lamastus: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lamastus-family-estates-coffee-catuai-natural-340g\"\u003eCatuai Natural\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lamastus-family-estates-catuai-honey-340g\"\u003eCatuai Honey\u003c\/a\u003e. Other Catuai lots: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/finca-lerida-coffee-catuai-washed-500g\"\u003eFinca Lérida Catuai Washed\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/don-pepe-estate-catuai-washed-300g\"\u003eDon Pepe Catuai Washed\u003c\/a\u003e. See the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lamastus-family-estates\"\u003eLamastus collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurious how processing shapes the cup?\u003c\/strong\u003e Learn how \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/washed-vs-natural-vs-honey-coffee\"\u003ewashed, natural, and honey processing change the flavor\u003c\/a\u003e of Panama coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Lamastus Family Estates special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFourth-generation Panama coffee family since 1918. Elida Estate is Panama's highest coffee farm. Multiple Best of Panama world records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does washed Catuai compare to natural?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWashed is cleaner and more refined (chocolate, almond, citrus). Natural is fruitier (berry, stone fruit). Honey sits in between.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I brew it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePour-over (V60, Kalita Wave) highlights the clarity. Also excellent as espresso or drip.\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 over $70.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What makes Lamastus Family Estates special?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Fourth-generation Panama coffee family since 1918. 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This 120g lot brings that legendary terroir within reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA Geisha Natural From Panama's Most Awarded Estate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrown between 1,700 and 1,950 meters above sea level in Alto Quiel, Boquete, Elida Estate sits partially inside the Volcán Barú National Park — a protected cloud-forest reserve where more than half the farm is preserved as virgin rainforest. The cool, misty, high-altitude microclimate slows cherry maturation dramatically, concentrating the sugars and aromatic compounds that make this Geisha extraordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the natural process, the beans are dried inside the whole cherry, letting the fruit's sugars infuse directly into the seed. The result is a deeply expressive, fruit-forward cup that sets the Lamastus naturals apart from any washed Geisha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExpect an explosion of jasmine and tropical fruit: ripe lychee, papaya, and mango layered over juicy mandarin and cherry, with a sweet, tea-like body and a long, floral, champagne-bright finish. Sweetly aromatic, complex, and unmistakably Geisha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jasmine, lychee, tropical fruit, mandarin, cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alto Quiel, Boquete, Chiriquí, Panama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,700–1,950 m.a.s.l.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Geisha (Arabica)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural (dried in the whole cherry)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium | \u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whole bean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Lamastus Family Legacy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lamastus Family has grown coffee in Boquete since 1918, now in its fourth generation. They are the most decorated producers in Best of Panama history — seven-time first-place winners and four-time Panama Cup champions, recognized by the Specialty Coffee Association of Panama as the country's most consistent producer. Elida Estate Geisha has been featured in Robb Report, Bloomberg, BBC, CNN, and Forbes as one of the world's most prestigious coffees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew Elida Geisha Natural\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo honor a coffee this rare, brew it black as pour-over. Use filtered water at 200°F (93°C), a medium-fine grind, and a 1:16 ratio (e.g., 15g coffee to 240g water) in a V60 or Chemex. Skip milk — the floral, tea-like clarity is the whole point. Grind fresh immediately before brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivered Worldwide From Panama\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRoasted and packed at origin in Panama for peak freshness, and delivered to your door worldwide via FedEx or DHL in 5 days. 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