Passenger Gesha Village Estate
The result of the meticulous approach to dry processing at Gesha Village Estate is on full display in this exceedingly clean, complex, and sweet cup. An arresting fragrance of strawberry and ripe pineapple is complemented by an aroma of nuanced white florals and candied citrus. In the cup, broad tropical fruit complexity, as well as a candy-like peach and watermelon sweetness, is further accompanied by flavors of starfruit, jasmine, and sweet cream in the finish.
Who's Passenger, Anyway?
Passenger is our sister company. They’ve spent years building producer relationships and setting the standard for quality and sustainability. Necessary was born from the same values, with a focus on approachable, everyday deliciousness. Same partners. Same care. Just a little more laid-back and roast-forward.
At 471 hectares, Gesha Village stands as one of the largest coffee estates that Passenger works with. Yet, its significance extends far beyond its size.
Located in Ethiopia’s Bench Maji zone, near the Gori Gesha Forest where the famed Gesha variety was first documented, the estate produces some of the most distinctive coffees we source each year.
What makes Gesha Village exceptional is its dedication to precision and innovation. From careful variety selection to meticulous processing, every step is designed to highlight the unique qualities of the coffees grown there. Founders Adam Overton and Rachel Samuel set out to bridge Ethiopia’s deep coffee heritage with the evolving landscape of specialty coffee, and their work continues to redefine what’s possible.
Adam Overton
Each season, we look forward to seeing what Gesha Village will produce, knowing that its coffees consistently stand among the finest in the world.