Benjamin Paz - Geisha 2026
Light & Floral
Lemongrass & Jasmine
Grind & Brew Guide
Brew & Grind Guides
☕ Grind Guide
Choose the grind that matches your brewer. Each grind is dialled to bring out balance, sweetness and clarity.
| Grind Type | Best For | Texture | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole Freshest | Home grinders | Whole beans | Maximum freshness & full control. Grind right before brewing. |
| Espresso | Espresso machines | Fine (table salt) | Calibrated for a rich, syrupy shot and balanced crema under pressure. |
| Stovetop | Moka pot / stovetop | Medium-fine | A touch coarser than espresso for gentle pressure and chocolatey body. |
| Filter | Pour over, batch, Aeropress | Medium | Clean, balanced cups that highlight origin character. |
| Plunger / Cold Brew | French press / cold brew / immersion | Coarse (sea salt) | Slow, even extraction for a smooth, rounded brew. |
🔧 Brew Guide
| Method | Ratio | Brew Time | Water Temp | Pro Tip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Espresso | 1:2 (e.g. 20g → 40g out) | 25–30 sec | 93–95 °C | If the shot runs fast, go finer; if it chokes, go coarser. |
| Stovetop (Moka) | ~1:8 | Until gentle gurgle stops | 90–94 °C | Start with hot water to reduce bitterness; remove from heat early. |
| Filter / Pour Over | 1:15 (20g → 300g) | 2.5–3.5 min | 92–94 °C | Pour in slow circles; aim for flat bed and even drawdown. |
| Plunger / French Press | 1:14 | 4 min | ~93 °C | Stir, steep, skim the crust, then press slowly for a cleaner cup. |
| Whole Beans | — | — | — | Grind immediately before brewing to capture aromatics. |
Water quality matters. If possible, use filtered water (~75–150 ppm). Taste and tweak: finer grind = slower/stronger, coarser = faster/lighter.
COFFEE INFORMATION
We first met Benjamin Paz in 2014, during a visit to the magical coffee-growing region of El Cedral. It was an eye-opening trip and the beginning of our deep fondness for Honduran coffee, along with a lasting appreciation for baleadas.
Benjamin’s family has grown coffee since the 1950s, but it was through the Cup of Excellence that they became closely connected to the specialty coffee world. Benjamin has since become one of its most influential figures in Honduras, winning the competition himself in 2022 and 2024.
His role extends well beyond his own farm. Benjamin works closely with producers—including Pedro Moreno and María Olimpia—to improve processing, develop long-term strategies and connect their coffees with committed buyers. These are relationships we return to year after year, and a classic example of why Mecca Coffee is in this business in the first place.
When we first met, Benjamin had purchased land to grow rare varieties including Geisha and SL28. He went on to open a coffee shop and roastery, driven by a desire to understand every part of the coffee chain and bring more value back to his community.
From the 2025 harvest, we secured a very small lot of his Geisha. It’s light, floral and beautifully expressive, it carries delicate notes of jasmine and lemongrass.
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Coffee Varietal: Geisha
Coffee Process: Washed
Harvest Year: June 2024
SOURCING PHILOSOPHY
We work with producers who care about the interplay between healthy soils, locally-adjusted varietals, thoughtful husbandry and careful picking and processing. Our coffee is about a good life for those who drink it and those who grow it.
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