Hacienda La Esmeralda. Without them, the remarkable Gesha variety might not be what it is today. In 2004, the Peterson family won the Best of Panama competition with their exceptional Gesha coffee, a variety that was previously unknown in the region. This iconic farm has been instrumental in shaping the global reputation of Panama’s Gesha coffee and remains one of the most renowned farms in the world.
Process
Aguila 4 NC was harvested on February 16th, 2026 from the Aguila lot in Hacienda La Esmeralda’s El Velo Farm. After harvest, the cherries were dried for 44 days on raised beds in a climate - controlled drying room. An indoor facility with constant airflow and precise temperature and humidity control.
