Tanzania Ruby Thyme – Geisha Washed | November Pre-Order

Format and Grind Size Whole Bean Espresso Moka Pot Filter / V60 Chemex French Press

Size 180g 250g 500g

€27,90 EUR

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PRE-ORDER · EXPECTED AVAILABILITY FROM NOVEMBER 2026

Reserve Ruby Thyme ahead of its arrival. This coffee is not available for immediate dispatch. Orders containing this product will ship once the beans have arrived and have been freshly roasted by 98% Monkey. The exact dispatch date has yet to be confirmed.

Raspberry, thyme, and delicate florals. An extraordinary Geisha from the mountains of Tanzania.

On the edge of the Ngorongoro Crater, surrounded by cloud forest and remarkable natural landscapes, grows Ruby Thyme, a Washed Geisha with elegant aromatics and a distinctive botanical character.

Bright raspberry notes meet delicate flowers and a surprising touch of thyme, creating a fresh, expressive cup with a light, tea-like mouthfeel.

A fascinating interpretation of the Geisha variety for coffee lovers who appreciate subtle complexity, aromatic clarity, and distinctive origins.

Flavor Profile

Main notes: raspberry, thyme, and florals.
Additional nuances: aromatic herbs and botanical accents.
Acidity: lively and refreshing.
Body: light, delicate, and tea-like.
Mouthfeel: fine and smooth.
Finish: fresh, floral, and gently herbal.
Overall profile: elegant, fruity, botanical, and complex.

The first sip reveals fresh raspberry, accompanied by a delicate floral aroma.

Thyme follows with an intriguing herbal character that sets this Geisha apart from more conventional fruit-forward coffees.

Its light texture allows the individual flavors to remain clear and balanced, creating a refreshing and refined experience.

As the coffee cools, the interplay between raspberry, flowers, and herbal nuances becomes increasingly interesting.

Origin and Processing

Ruby Thyme comes from Ngila Estate in Karatu, northern Tanzania, on the edge of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.

The estate sits between 1,500 and 1,600 meters above sea level, close to cloud forest, the Ngila River, and a wildlife corridor connecting parts of the surrounding landscape.

The historic coffee estate is currently managed by Vera Stücker together with a dedicated local team.

This Geisha comes from Glenmalure, a section of Ngila Estate dedicated to specialty coffee production.

Ripe coffee cherries are harvested and sorted by hand before being depulped.

The parchment coffee then undergoes 12 hours of fermentation, followed by washing.

Finally, the coffee is spread across raised drying beds in the sun for approximately 8–13 days, depending on weather conditions.

This carefully managed Washed process allows its raspberry, floral, and thyme-like notes to remain clearly defined.

The result is a distinctive Geisha with a fresh botanical character and a delicate, tea-like texture.

Why You'll Love It

Tanzanian Geisha: an unusual origin for this celebrated coffee variety.
Raspberry: lively and refreshing fruit character.
Thyme: an intriguing herbal tasting note.
Delicate florals: aromatic elegance and refinement.
Tea-like body: light, smooth, and delicate.
Traceable origin: sourced from the Glenmalure section of Ngila Estate.

Ideal for

V60: highlights raspberry and floral clarity.
Origami: brings out the delicate herbal nuances.
Chemex: creates a light, elegant cup.
AeroPress: offers different ways to balance fruit and botanical notes.
Modern espresso: concentrated raspberry and herbal aromatics.
Cupping and tasting: particularly enjoyable as the cup cools and its flavors evolve.

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