Red, Green, Blue: A Coffee Grading System That Tastes Like Altitude

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    Cleo
    Cleo
    Keymaster

    La Esmeralda’s Geisha coffee isn’t just famous — it’s meticulously classified.

    Here’s a breakdown of the three label grades:

    🔴 Red Label

    • 90+ cupping score

    • Altitude: 1600–1800m

    • Pricey, rare, award-winning

    • Floral, citrus, layered complexity

    • Washed or sun-dried

    🟢 Green Label

    • 1600–1800m, mixed micro-lots

    • Slightly more approachable

    • Classic Geisha aroma: jasmine, bergamot, green tea acidity

    🔵 Blue Label

    • 1400–1500m, broader sourcing

    • Accessible & lighter-bodied

    • Mild floral and fruit notes, great for daily brew

    ☝️ Whether you’re brewing for awards or just mornings — there’s a Geisha for that.

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