Finca Lerida Coffee Catuai Washed - 500g

Finca Lérida Catuai Washed Coffee — Boquete, Panama | 500g Whole Bean

Finca Lérida Catuai Washed is a 500g specialty Arabica from one of Panama's oldest and most historic coffee estates — founded in the 1920s and named Best Coffee in the World at the 2003 SCAA competition in Boston. Smooth, versatile, and built for espresso. Ships worldwide from Panama in 5 business days.

Why You'll Love This Coffee

• 500g whole bean — a generous everyday Arabica from a historic estate
• Boquete cloud forest — grown alongside La Amistad National Park
• Free worldwide shipping on orders over $70

Perfect if you want a smooth, balanced Panama Arabica with the depth of a historic estate — ideal for espresso lovers and anyone stocking up with serious provenance.

One of Panama's Oldest Coffee Estates

Finca Lérida was founded in the 1920s when Norwegian engineer Tollef Bache Mönniche retired to Boquete and planted his first coffee trees on a property named after the city of Lérida in Spain. He even invented the Sifón, a device for separating ripe and unripe cherries still used on coffee farms worldwide. Today the estate is run by the Chiari family — a woman-owned business managing five farms across altitudes from 1,300 to 2,000 meters in the Alto Quiel and Jaramillo areas of Boquete. The farm sits within a protected cloud forest reserve bordering La Amistad National Park, where coffee cultivation and rainforest conservation go hand in hand.

About the Catuai Varietal

Catuai is a hybrid Arabica varietal — a cross between Mundo Novo and Caturra — known for its balanced cup, consistent quality, and adaptability to high-altitude growing conditions. The washed process removes the fruit entirely before sun-drying on patios, producing a clean, bright cup that highlights the bean's natural character.

Flavor Profile

Rich and layered: bittersweet and white chocolate up front, roasted almond and nuts in the mid-palate, with bright notes of cherry and passion fruit on the finish. Medium balanced body with syrupy smoothness — a natural fit for espresso, but performs beautifully as drip, French press, or pour-over.

Product Details

• 100% Single-Origin Catuai (Arabica) — Alto Quiel / Jaramillo, Boquete, Chiriquí
• Altitude: 1,600–1,850 m.a.s.l.
• Process: Washed
• Weight: 500g (17.6 oz) — Whole Bean
• Best for: Espresso, drip, French press, pour-over
• Roasted & packed at origin in Panama
• Ships worldwide in 5 business days

How to Brew

Grind fresh immediately before brewing. Use filtered water at 200°F (93°C).

• Espresso — Grind: fine | Ratio: 1:2 | 25–30 sec. Bittersweet chocolate, almond, syrupy body.
• Pour-Over (V60 / Chemex) — Grind: medium-fine | Ratio: 1:15 | 3–4 min. Clean and bright.
• French Press — Grind: coarse | Ratio: 1:15 | Steep 4 min. Full body, rich texture.
• Drip / Filter — Grind: medium | Ratio: 1:17 | 5–6 min. Everyday balance.

Explore More Finca Lérida & Panama Catuai

From Finca Lérida: Finca Lérida Geisha, Finca Lérida Catuai Honey. Other Catuai lots: Lamastus Family Estates Catuai Washed, Lamastus Catuai Natural, Don Pepe Estate Catuai Washed. See the full Panama Arabica collection.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Finca Lérida Catuai taste like?
Bittersweet and white chocolate up front, roasted almond and nuts in the mid-palate, with cherry and passion fruit on the finish. Smooth syrupy body.

Is it good for espresso?
Yes — the syrupy smoothness and balanced acidity make it a natural espresso coffee. Also excellent for drip, French press, and pour-over.

Where is Finca Lérida located?
Alto Quiel and Jaramillo areas of Boquete, Chiriquí, at 1,600–1,850 m.a.s.l., bordering La Amistad National Park.

How long does shipping take?
5 business days worldwide via FedEx or DHL. Free shipping over $70.