Foundation Beans

A great example of washed Peruvian coffee showcasing sweetness, a medium body and a chocolatey finish.

The Asociación Agroexportadora de la Región San Martín was founded by producers seeking an alternative to selling coffee to large multinational buyers, which often left farmers with little bargaining power. The association now helps smallholder farmers build more stable and sustainable livelihoods through better market access and quality-focused coffee production. This lot of Typica, Pache and Costa Rica 95 is a great example of the hard work put in by the association.

Foundation Beans from Colonna Coffee represents a washed Typica sourced from Peru's San Martín region, produced by Asociación Agroexportadora de la Región San Martín. The washed process typically emphasizes clarity and acidity, allowing the varietal's inherent character to shine through. This lot displays a medium body with noticeable sweetness and a chocolatey finish—a classic profile that makes it approachable for everyday enjoyment.

Typica is known for its balanced, heritage characteristics, and in this expression, those qualities complement the clean, bright foundation that washed processing provides. The flavor progression suggests both fruit-forward sweetness and deeper cocoa notes, inviting exploration across the sensory spectrum.