A Taste Of Peru!

Peru Tres Cumbres coffee

 With so many different countries exporting coffee, Peruvian coffee can sometimes get left behind. Although Peruvian coffee is not as well known as other South American countries, it has become a notable export worthy of coffee lovers' attention.

Peru is a relatively large country, and coffee is grown in three distinct areas. These include Chanchamayo, Amazonas and San Martin regions, and the southern highlands. There is a mix of coffee types grown here, with Arabica coffee beans being the bulk of what is produced. The coffee is shade-grown and hand-picked. That's coffee code for delicious ;)

History of Coffee in Peru

Like many other coffee-growing countries, the coffee plant was introduced to Peru relatively early. The earliest records talk about coffee being produced in the 1700s, with Heirloom Typica being the most popular variety.

The reason that coffee production went under the radar for so long is that Peru didn't export their coffee as so many other countries did. They chose to keep coffee for use at home until much later. Coffee in Peru is now mostly exported, allowing the world to enjoy this delicious and unique brew.

Coffee Economy in Peru

Peru has its own cooperative called CENFROCAFE, which has a membership of more than 80 farm associations and dry mills and finishing associations. 100% of the coffee from this cooperative is fair trade, and 92% of it is organic.

This cooperative has been very good for farmers in Peru, who have suffered many of the same problems as other coffee-producing countries. Coffee prices in the 1990s crashed, causing many farmers who depended on coffee for survival to suffer. Issues with quality also suffered, with processing and other infrastructure issues causing high variability in the quality of the coffee produced.

Thanks to careful rebuilding with attention to infrastructure and general quality, Peruvian coffee is gaining recognition as an export worthy of consideration. The coffee industry currently gives 855,000 people in Peru jobs in areas where people living there would likely become impoverished without it. It is a critical part of their economy.

Interesting how a simple cup of coffee in your home can bring stability to another, thousands of miles away.

Flavor Profile

The flavor of our Peru Tres Cumbres coffee has many layers to it. This particular Peruvian coffee is typically grown on the Andes. It has a much better character than coffee grown at lower altitudes.

It features a gentle acidity that is noticeable but pleasant and has a medium body. The taste is crisp and clean, with a vibrant aromatic finish. It smells amazing! The coffee itself has floral and nutty flavors, and may even have overtones of brown sugar and smoke. The coffee is notable for a rich sweetness to it.

While Peru may not be the most well known in South America for its coffee, if you are a true coffee lover, you will enjoy sampling a taste of our Peruvian coffee. Peru has fertile lands perfect for growing coffee in, and dedicated coffee farmers. They love their work and the coffee they produce.

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