Best of Panama 2025
Best of Panama 2025: Historic Auction Records & Rankings
The Best of Panama 2025 auction has once again set the global coffee world abuzz with excitement, recognition, and record-breaking results. Known for consistently producing some of the most exquisite coffees on the planet, Panama proved in 2025 that its reputation is not only well-earned but still on the rise. With new benchmarks for quality and price, this edition marked a defining moment in the evolution of specialty coffee.
Auction Highlights: Hacienda La Esmeralda Leads the Way
Leading the charge was Hacienda La Esmeralda, a name synonymous with Geisha excellence. The legendary farm reached new heights when their Geisha Washed lot GW-01 fetched an unprecedented $30,204 per kilogram. This shattered the previous global record for green coffee price and cemented Hacienda La Esmeralda’s legacy as one of the most important coffee producers in the world.
The Best of Panama 2025 event highlighted not just one standout moment, but an entire showcase of Panamanian craftsmanship. The auction was a culmination of innovation, heritage, and relentless pursuit of quality—traits that define the work done by Hacienda La Esmeralda and other top producers.
Legacy and Innovation: Hacienda La Esmeralda
Since 2004, when Hacienda La Esmeralda shocked the coffee world with a Geisha lot sold at $21/lb, the estate has become a symbol of what is possible when terroir, genetics, and innovation align. This year’s results show that they are not just maintaining their reputation—they’re elevating it.
With multiple lots in the top rankings across categories, La Esmeralda continues to push boundaries in flavor complexity, consistency, and storytelling. Buyers from Asia, Europe, and North America scrambled to secure even small portions of the farm’s celebrated micro-lots.
Geisha Washed – Full Rankings
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Geisha Natural – Full Rankings
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Varietals – Full Rankings
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What This Means for the Coffee World
The Best of Panama 2025 is more than a record-breaking auction. It’s a beacon for producers and buyers across the globe, reminding us that value can be created, and excellence can be rewarded. It also reinforces the pivotal role of farms like Hacienda La Esmeralda in setting a global benchmark.
- Panama continues to lead the specialty coffee industry through innovation and quality.
- Consumers are willing to pay top dollar for traceable, exceptional coffee lots.
- Producers are empowered to continue improving and experimenting.
Final Thoughts
The Best of Panama 2025 will be remembered as a transformative year for the industry. At the heart of it stands Hacienda La Esmeralda, showing the world that excellence is a journey, not a destination.
Best of Panama 2025 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Best of Panama 2025?
It’s the most prestigious coffee competition and auction in Panama, celebrating top-tier Geisha and other varietals.
Why is Hacienda La Esmeralda important?
It broke global records with its Geisha and continues to define quality in specialty coffee.
How can I buy these coffees?
Through participating roasters or by following producers and auctions directly.
