Peru boasts one of the highest Fair Trade Organic percentages in the world, with 25-30% of smallholder farmers belonging to democratically organized cooperatives and associations. This makes it easy to source Fair Trade Organic coffees that are traceable and transparent.

At the forefront of specialty coffee in Peru, Lima Coffee has consistently sought out the best coffee that Peru has to offer. At a time when more focused microlots of specialty coffee are just starting to emerge out of Peru, Rony Lavan, Lima Coffee’s president, is already establishing himself as a leader in the movement. His first year as president of Lima Coffee, he entered and won the national competition for best coffee; with the introduction of the Cup of Excellence in Peru in 2017, Rony is the one to watch. 

Sweet, savory, and tangy, this offering from Lima Coffee is nutty and chocolatey, and is extremely chuggable.

Aroma: savory, vanilla
Flavor: dark chocolate, pistachio, coconut
Acidity: mouthwatering, tangy
Body: syrupy, thick

Regional Info

Country: Peru
Altitude: 1650-1800 masl
Varietals: Catimor, Caturra, Bourbon, Typica
Harvest: June-September
Production Method: Washed