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Panama Coffee & Chocolate Tasting Experience
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Panamanian Geisha coffee sells for $800/kg at auction. You'll taste it here for $38. Panama's most underrated culinary story — told by the people who know the farmers.
About This Tour
Panama sits at a remarkable crossroads for two of the world's great flavours. The highlands of Chiriquí produce some of the most sought-after specialty coffee in Latin America — with estates like Hacienda La Esmeralda winning global competitions year after year. And Panama's Pacific lowlands are home to small-batch cacao growers producing chocolate that rivals the finest in the world.
On this experience, we bring both worlds into Casco Viejo. You'll taste your way through single-origin coffees and bean-to-bar chocolates with a guide who knows the farmers, the regions, and the stories behind every cup and square. This is not a cafe stop — it is a deep dive into Panama's most underappreciated culinary exports.
The experience visits two artisan producers in the neighbourhood, with guided tastings at each. You'll learn how altitude, fermentation, and roast profiles shape what ends up in your cup — and why Panamanian coffee and chocolate deserve the same reverence as their European counterparts.
What's Included
- 4–6 coffee tastings across origins and roast profiles
- 4–6 chocolate tastings including single-origin cacao bars
- Expert guide with specialty coffee and cacao knowledge
- Visits to two artisan producers in Casco Viejo
- Origin stories and producer background for each tasting
- Small group (max 10 guests)
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Meeting Point
We meet at Plaza de Francia, Casco Viejo, Panama City. Look for your guide holding a Casco Viejo Tours sign. Please arrive 5 minutes early.
Address: Plaza de Francia, Casco Viejo, Panama City, Panama.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you book.
What does the coffee and chocolate experience include?
The experience covers a guided tasting of Panama Geisha coffee — one of the most expensive and sought-after coffees in the world — alongside craft chocolate made from Bocas del Toro cacao. You'll learn the full production story of both products.
Do I need to be a coffee or chocolate expert?
Not at all. The experience is designed for curious beginners. Your guide explains origin, processing, and tasting technique from scratch.
How much does it cost?
The coffee and chocolate tasting experience costs $38 per person, all tastings included.
How long does the experience last?
Approximately 2 hours at a relaxed pace across 2–3 venues in Casco Viejo.
Is Panama Geisha coffee really as special as claimed?
Yes — Panama Geisha has won the World Brewers Cup multiple times and regularly sells at auction for $1,000+ per pound. Drinking a cup in a 350-year-old colonial building is a memorable experience.
Is the experience suitable for people who don't drink coffee?
The experience can be adapted for non-coffee drinkers — the chocolate component stands alone and is equally detailed. Mention this when booking.
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