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Hervey and Rocio Gesha

Washed Gesha Green Coffee Beans from Colombia

Rare

88.0 Cup Score

Hervey Cuellar spent his whole life growing coffee for the commodity market - until, at 34, he decided that wasn't enough. He wanted more than a price per kilo; he wanted a direct relationship with the people drinking his coffee. So he went looking for Gesha, eventually earning permission to hand-select the best fruits from a plot in Pitalito and bring the seeds home.

The first harvests were a disappointment - herby, but missing the floral complexity Gesha is known for. Most producers would have stopped there. Hervey didn't. He ran around 30 different fermentation trials, sending countless samples to the lab, chasing the profile he knew was possible. What he landed on was a 50-hour anaerobic fermentation of the whole cherries, followed by a 60-hour anaerobic fermentation of the depulped beans, before a full wash. He even built raised beds on top of his own house, shaded to dry the coffee slowly over three weeks - a level of care most smallholders simply don't have the means to chase. Today the Gesha is clean and floral, a world away from that first disappointing harvest - and Hervey is now sharing it directly with roasters in Europe for the first time, after years of not even knowing where his coffee ended up once it left the farm.

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Processing Method
Washed
Main Flavour Notes
Floral | Nectarine | Black Tea
Varietal
Gesha
Harvest Period
2026
Altitude
1,700 masl
Species
Arabica
Region
Oporapa, Huila, Colombia
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Recommended Brewing Method
Pour Over
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An Exceptional Find

Rare, experimental lots in tiny quantities. These unique finds are never restocked.

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Transparency You Can Trust

We share full harvest, origin, and quality info up front - no vague claims or guesswork.

Quality Control

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Water Activity
0.54aw

Target < 0.65

Moisture
12.4%

Target 10-12%

Bean Density
574g/L

Processing Detail

Harvest and cherry fermentation

50 hrs

Ripe cherries are picked by hand, then fermented whole (before depulping) for 50 hours under anaerobic conditions.

Depulping

After fermentation, the cherries are depulped to remove the outer fruit and expose the parchment-covered bean.

Depulped bean fermentation

60 hrs

The depulped beans undergo a second anaerobic fermentation, this time for 60 hours, in sealed containers - building on the complexity started during cherry fermentation.

Full wash

Fermentation halted

Once fermentation is complete, the beans are fully washed to remove the mucilage and halt fermentation.

Drying on raised beds

3 weeks

The washed beans are dried slowly on raised beds constructed with shading, built by Hervey on top of the family's house - a process that takes around three weeks for washed coffees like this one.

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Meet your producer

Name Hervey & Rocio Cuellar
Location Oporapa, Huila, Colombia See on a map

Hervey and Rocio Cuellar are smallholder coffee producers based near Pitalito, Colombia, farming at 1,700 masl. Hervey grew up picking coffee for other farms before saving enough to buy land from his father, eventually building up to just under a hectare of Gesha and around a hectare of Castillo.

Minga, GCC's exporting partner in Colombia, was Hervey's first international exporter - previously, he sold only to local buyers with no visibility into where his coffee ended up. Since then, he has worked closely with the Minga team, bringing in sample after sample as he refined his processing, and building what both sides describe as a genuine friendship rather than a purely transactional relationship.

Rocio's role in the farm's success is significant, if often unseen: she manages the household, cooks daily for between 5 and 15 farm workers, and ensures everyone is fed and equipped before heading out to work — the kind of behind-the-scenes labour that keeps smallholder farms like this one running. The Cuellars have three children; Hervey hopes one day they'll take over the farm, though for now their interests lie elsewhere, including barista work.

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Meet your sourcing partner

Minga

Countries of operation Colombia, Nicaragua
Established date 2024

Minga was founded by Laura and William, a Franco-Colombian couple with a combined 35 years of experience in green coffee sourcing across Latin America. William is originally from Huila and has spent 20 years working as a professional cupper and export manager across Colombia, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Ecuador - starting his career at 17. Laura has worked across every part of the coffee supply chain since 2011, from cafes and roasteries through to mills and export companies. Together, they manage their own supply chain from Huila, sourcing directly from producers and connecting them with relationship-driven roasters in Europe.

The team of four is built around deep roots in the region. Three of the four are from Huila: William's brother Floro, who spent 11 years as a lab analyst cupping coffees across Huila, Nariño, and Santander before becoming Minga's lab master; and Edinson, their field coordinator, who combines long-standing local connections with end-to-end operational oversight from farm to port. Laura brings a European perspective on the specialty market, connecting Minga's producer network with the roasters she understands from the other side of the supply chain.

Minga's approach is origin-based in the fullest sense - most of the team lives year-round in Huila, driving to farms each week, hosting producers in their lab in Pitalito, and cupping every individual lot that comes through during harvest. That daily presence is what makes the traceability, quality consistency, and producer relationships they offer genuinely different from desk-based sourcing. Alongside their core Colombia offer, Minga also sources from Nicaragua, working with individual producers whose coffees appear regularly on their offer list.

Regular price €20,95 EUR
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Cupping Score
88.0
Processing Method
Washed
Varietal
Gesha
Main Flavour Notes
Floral | Nectarine | Black Tea
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How we package
our coffees

Barrier packaging designed for specialty coffee.

We use Ecotact bags because they offer high-barrier protection against oxygen, moisture, and external contaminants. This helps preserve the quality, aroma, and flavour potential of your green coffee during transport and storage. They're trusted by top producers and importers worldwide.

Heat-Sealed for Maximum Protection

Every bag is professionally heat sealed at our warehouse to lock in freshness. This creates a secure seal that prevents exposure to air or humidity - keeping your green coffee stable, even over long periods.

Convenient Resealable Zip Closures

Once opened, each bag has a resealable zip to help you store and protect the rest of your coffee between roasts. It’s a simple way to reduce waste and maintain freshness - especially helpful for home roasters or sampling.

Portion sizes for any roaster.

Whether you're roasting at home or running a production line, we've got a size to suit. Choose from 0.5kg, 1kg, or 5kg bags - all packed with the same level of care. Smaller volumes make it easy to try new coffees without the commitment.

Responsible packaging choices.

Our bags are made from Graded 7 multi-layer recyclable plastic. While they may not go in your home recycling bin, they are accepted by specialist facilities. More importantly, they reduce waste by dramatically extending the shelf life of your green coffee.

Frequent Questions

Is your coffee unroasted?

Yes – all the coffee we sell is raw, unroasted green coffee unless clearly marked as a roasted sample. It might sound obvious, but it's one of the most common questions we get! If you're buying from us, you're getting green coffee ready for roasting.

How long does delivery take, and can I track my order?

We usually pack and dispatch orders within 1–2 working days. Once it’s on the move, you’ll get a tracking link so you can follow it all the way to your door.

For UK and EU deliveries, most orders arrive within 2–5 working days. International shipping can take a little longer depending on customs, but we’ll keep you updated every step of the way.

If you need your coffee urgently, you can select an express shipping option at checkout.

How does your quality guarantee work?

We stand by every coffee we offer — if the quality doesn’t match the listing, we’ll refund or credit you. No fuss.

We work directly with specialty producers and sourcing partners who are deeply connected to their regions. Every coffee is selected based on quality, transparency, and value — and we always share the details up front, from processing to cupping scores.

If something feels off when your coffee arrives, just get in touch. We’ll put it right, every time.

Will I need to pay customs duties or taxes?

No. If you’re ordering from the UK or the Europe, there are no customs charges or hidden fees.

We ship UK orders from our UK warehouse and EU orders from our EU-based warehouse, so everything stays within the region.

For UK customers, the price you see on the product page is the final price.

For EU customers, VAT rates vary by country, so your final price (including the correct local VAT) is shown clearly at the final step of checkout before you pay.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex), plus PayPal. You can also use gift cards at checkout. If your gift card doesn’t cover the full amount, you can easily top it up with another payment method.

How does your pricing work?

We keep our pricing simple, transparent, and fair. What you see on the product page is the final price per bag - no hidden fees, no surprises at checkout.

Prices are based on the coffee's quality, variety, processing method, and how it's sourced. We offer multiple sizes (from 0.5kg to 5kg), with smaller sizes priced to include repacking and packaging costs. Shipping is free, and VAT is already included in the price you see.

Do you offer any roasting advice for green coffee?

Absolutely. We work with roasters of all levels – from complete beginners to seasoned pros – and we’re always happy to share what we know.

You’ll find starter tips and roast profiles on our blog, or you can drop us a message if you’ve got questions about a specific coffee. A medium roast is usually a great place to start - it gives you a balanced view of the coffee’s flavour, and you can adjust from there.

What is your return policy if I'm not satisfied with the coffee do you offer any guarantees?

We want you to be happy with every coffee you try. If something doesn’t feel right - whether it’s a quality issue or your order isn’t what you expected - just get in touch. We’ll always do our best to put it right, whether that means a replacement, refund, or store credit.

Is there any customer support available if I have questions after purchasing or if something goes wrong?

Definitely. We’re here to help before, during, and after your order. If you have any questions about your coffee, roasting, or if something’s gone wrong with your delivery, just reach out. We’re a small team, but we’re quick to reply and always happy to sort things out.

You can contact us by email (hello@greencoffeecollective.com) or through the form on our website whatever works best for you.

What do your flavour notes mean?

Flavour notes describe the natural characteristics found in the coffee - shaped by things like variety, processing, and how it’s cultivated.

You might notice hints of chocolate, red fruit, florals or citrus. These aren’t added flavours - they’re subtle notes that come through when a coffee is grown, processed, and roasted with care. We include detailed origin info and flavour profiles on every product page to help you choose the right coffee for your taste.

Can I sample the coffee before purchasing?

Yes - we offer samples for nearly all of our coffees. There’s a small fee to cover the cost of packaging, green coffee, and prep, but it’s a great way to try before committing to a larger order.

Samples may not be available on limited-release or rare coffees due to low stock. If you’re unsure, just get in touch - we’re happy to help you find the right fit.

Unfortunately we can't offer samples in the EU yet.

How does the Cupping Score translate into taste or quality?

The cupping score is a quality grading system used by coffee professionals. It’s based on how a coffee tastes in a controlled tasting — looking at things like sweetness, balance, acidity, and complexity.

80–84 = Clean and consistent with good flavour — great everyday coffees.

85–87 = More complexity, distinct flavours, and refined sweetness.

88+ = Exceptional – rare, expressive coffees with standout characteristics.

Scores help you understand what to expect in the cup, but taste is personal. We include flavour notes and process details on every product page to help you find what suits your style best.

What’s the best way to brew this coffee once it’s roasted?

That depends on the coffee and how you like to drink it — but most of our coffees will shine as a filter brew (like V60, Chemex, or batch brew) or as a single origin espresso.

We’ve grouped our coffees into helpful collections like Espresso, Fruity Filter, and Cold Brew to guide you toward the right fit. Once roasted, feel free to experiment - you’ll quickly discover what brings out the best in each bean.