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Frinj is derived from the word “Fringe,” which means “the edge” or “outer boundary” in English. The traditional Coffee Belt lies between 25° north and south latitude, while this coffee comes from 34.4°N—well beyond this range. The name reflects @frinjcoffee‘s commitment to exploring coffee cultivation on the very fringe of possibility.
Grown at just 60 meters above sea level in Carpinteria, this washed Geisha from Finca 1890 far exceeded our expectations. It presents classic notes of citrus and jasmine, with remarkably high sweetness—reminiscent of sun-ripened Californian fruits—while maintaining impressive complexity and structure.
Carpinteria, at 34.4°N and close to the Pacific coast, benefits from a maritime microclimate. The large diurnal temperature variation and cool coastal fog help compensate for the lack of heat at this higher latitude, while also enabling an extended growing cycle.
Typically, very high-altitude coffee farms see a 9–10 month period from flowering to ripe cherry. This California-grown Geisha, however, matures even longer to be 10–12 months, contributing to its elevated sweetness and complexity.
One major challenge is California’s naturally low annual rainfall (380–550 mm), far below the 2000–4000 mm seen in high-altitude regions of Panama. Fortunately, the core team at Frinj comes from agricultural backgrounds, with extensive experience cultivating avocados, lemons, oranges, and vineyards. They bring deep expertise in precision irrigation and soil management.
During our visit to the farm, we observed rows of black irrigation tubes running tightly along the base of the coffee trees. Dave, who leads cultivation at Frinj, explained that they collaborate with University of California, Davis to analyze soil conditions and deliver precisely formulated nutrients through the irrigation system—achieving both targeted watering and fertilization.
“Growing on the Fringe” is more than a slogan—it’s an exploration of what’s possible. This high-latitude washed Geisha from California invites you to experience coffee at the very edge of its potential. This is the one washed geisha you can’t missed!
Grown at just 60 meters above sea level in Carpinteria, this washed Geisha from Finca 1890 far exceeded our expectations. It presents classic notes of citrus and jasmine, with remarkably high sweetness—reminiscent of sun-ripened Californian fruits—while maintaining impressive complexity and structure.
Carpinteria, at 34.4°N and close to the Pacific coast, benefits from a maritime microclimate. The large diurnal temperature variation and cool coastal fog help compensate for the lack of heat at this higher latitude, while also enabling an extended growing cycle.
Typically, very high-altitude coffee farms see a 9–10 month period from flowering to ripe cherry. This California-grown Geisha, however, matures even longer to be 10–12 months, contributing to its elevated sweetness and complexity.
One major challenge is California’s naturally low annual rainfall (380–550 mm), far below the 2000–4000 mm seen in high-altitude regions of Panama. Fortunately, the core team at Frinj comes from agricultural backgrounds, with extensive experience cultivating avocados, lemons, oranges, and vineyards. They bring deep expertise in precision irrigation and soil management.
During our visit to the farm, we observed rows of black irrigation tubes running tightly along the base of the coffee trees. Dave, who leads cultivation at Frinj, explained that they collaborate with University of California, Davis to analyze soil conditions and deliver precisely formulated nutrients through the irrigation system—achieving both targeted watering and fertilization.
“Growing on the Fringe” is more than a slogan—it’s an exploration of what’s possible. This high-latitude washed Geisha from California invites you to experience coffee at the very edge of its potential. This is the one washed geisha you can’t missed!
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