Isidro Peña
Isidro Peña
Isidro Peña
Isidro Peña
Isidro Peña
Isidro Peña
Peru

Isidro Peña

Clean coffee with notes of juicy red apple, cantaloupe and orange with a creamy body.

€15,00
€60,00/kg
Tax included.
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  • Producer: Isidro Peña | Finca El Cedro
  • Region: Huancabamba, Piura
  • Altitude: 1600 MASL
  • Varieties: Caturra, Typica, Catimor
  • Process: Natural

Washed process

Washed process coffee is a coffee production method where the coffee cherry's outer layers are removed using water before the beans are dried. This process results in a cleaner, brighter cup of coffee with more pronounced acidity. The washed process is considered the most consistent method of coffee production, as it allows for more control over the flavour profile and removes impurities that can affect the coffee's taste.

For this particular batch, Isidro Peña fermented the coffee beans for 40-50 hours in an open cement tank. This method results in a juicier cup profile. Following this, the beans were thoroughly washed with clean water to remove any residual material. Finally, the beans were carefully dried for 15 days until they reached the perfect moisture content level, ensuring optimal flavours and avoiding defects during storage.

Finca El Cedro

Isidro Peña

Isidro Peña a coffee farmer from Namballe, is a young and ambitious farmer from a large family of eight children. Isidro is passionate about coffee production and takes great care of his farm, which is located near the Tabaconas-Namballe National Sanctuary. The sanctuary is a national park that spans over 32,000 hectares and is home to the southernmost part of the páramo ecosystem in Peru.

The natural surroundings and abundant water resources provide the ideal conditions for coffee cultivation, but the zone is hard to reach, and the road is often damaged, making it challenging for Isidro to transport his coffee. Despite these challenges, Isidro has been increasing his yields for a couple of years by focusing on the production and care of his farm. He understands the importance of taking care of the environment and the quality of his product.

Isidro harvests and processes the Catimor cherries separately from other varieties. He de-pulps them on the same day as picking and ferments them for up to 50 hours on cold days. The fermentation time can vary, but Isidro takes great care to ensure that the cherries are washed with clean, fresh water before being placed to dry.

To improve the quality of his coffee even more, Isidro plans to build his own solar dryer. He borrowed his brother's solar dryer to dry his parchment, but for the next season, he is investigating the options to build his own construction. This will enable him to have more control over the drying process, which is crucial for the quality of the coffee.

Isidro understands the importance of taking care of the environment and the quality of his product.

Coffee region

Cajamarca

A region situated in Peru's northern highlands is renowned for its exceptional coffee production. The farms in this region are committed to eco-friendly farming practices that ensure the environment is protected and high-quality coffee is produced. In recent years, the specialty coffee industry has gained momentum in Cajamarca, with farmers experimenting with new processing techniques and cultivars to create premium coffees.

Cajamarca coffee is unique because of the region's distinctive climate and soil conditions. The coffee plants flourish in the high altitude and cool temperatures of the Andes Mountains. Additionally, the volcanic soil in the area is rich in minerals, which adds to the flavour of the coffee beans.

The farmers' dedication to sustainable practices is another essential element in producing Cajamarca coffee. The farms are situated in the Tabaconas-Namballe National Sanctuary, which preserves the southernmost part of the páramo ecosystem. This natural reserve spans over 32,000 hectares and is home to various flora and fauna. Many of the coffee farms in the region are small, family-owned operations that have been passed down from generation to generation. The farmers take great pride in their work and strive to preserve the environment for future generations.

The coffee industry is a vital part of Cajamarca's economy, providing jobs and income for many families in the region. The success of the coffee industry has also promoted tourism in the area, as visitors from all over the world come to taste the delicious coffee and experience the beauty of the Andes Mountains.

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