Peru | Ebert Huaman

FARM : Finca Artemira

REGION : San Ignacio, Cajamarca

ALTITUDE : 1,700 - 1,900 MASL

VARIETAL : Tabi

PROCESS : Washed

FLAVOUR NOTES : Caramel, Plum, Orange

Ebert Huaman Villegas is part of a new generation of Peruvian coffee producers helping to shape the future of specialty coffee in Cajamarca. Based in the village of Salinas, within San José de Lourdes, Ebert has quickly gained recognition for both his coffee quality and technical expertise, placing 6th at Expo Cajamarca in 2022 and 18th in Peru's Cup of Excellence in 2023. Together with his family, Ebert manages Finca Artemira, a farm named after his mother that has been cultivating coffee for more than forty years. Under his leadership, the farm has expanded while embracing regenerative agriculture through agroforestry systems, varietal diversity and ongoing experimentation with cultivation and processing. For this lot, ripe cherries were first soaked in water before undergoing a 24-hour anaerobic fermentation in sealed GrainPro bags. After pulping, the coffee was fermented for a further 36 hours before being washed and dried in solar dryers for between 12 and 21 days. The result is a coffee that reflects both the region's potential and Ebert's commitment to quality, precision and continuous improvement.

Sourced from the San Ignacio province of Cajamarca, this Peru offering from Hundred House Coffee showcases the work of producer Ebert Huaman. The coffee is composed of the Tabi varietal, a hybrid cultivar known for its resilience and complex profile. Grown at elevations between 1700 and 1900 meters above sea level, the cherries undergo a washed process, a method typically employed to highlight the inherent clarity and acidity of the bean.

In the cup, this lot presents a balanced profile characterized by notes of caramel, plum, and orange. While individual experiences may vary, those looking to further explore the nuances of such profiles can reference the flavor wheel to better identify these specific sensory markers. By focusing on the intersection of high-altitude cultivation and meticulous processing, this selection provides a clear window into the evolving landscape of Peruvian specialty coffee production.