Peru Jaime Rivera Pintado

We're wrapping up Peru season with this microlot from Jaime Rivera Pintado, a washed Caturra & Bourbon blend with sweet notes of caramel, vanilla bean, and grape acidity.

FARM/CO-OP: Jaime Rivera Pintado, La Prosperidad de Chirinos REGION: San Ignacio Province, Cajamarca ORIGIN: Peru VARIETY: Caturra & Bourbon PROCESSING METHOD: Washed ELEVATION: 1,600-1,950 masl

TASTE: Grape | Vanilla Bean | Caramel

ROAST: Light

Our final Peru microlot of the season comes from producer Jaime Rivera Pintado of La Prosperidad de Chirinos in Cajamarca. This Caturra and Bourbon lot offers sparkling grape acidity balanced by notes of sweet caramel and vanilla bean.

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Sourced from the San Ignacio Province of Cajamarca, the Peru Jaime Rivera Pintado is a testament to the meticulous cultivation practices of producer Jaime Rivera Pintado. This lot features a blend of Caturra and Bourbon varietals, which are widely celebrated for their balanced profiles and adaptability. By utilizing a washed process, the producer emphasizes the inherent clarity of the bean, allowing the distinct notes of grape, vanilla bean, and caramel to shine through in the cup.

When evaluating coffees like this, enthusiasts often find that washed-processed beans offer a clean, crisp acidity that highlights the terroir of the region. To better understand how these specific tasting notes align with broader sensory experiences, you can consult the flavor wheel. This selection is brought to you by Ozo Coffee, reflecting their commitment to highlighting high-quality, single-origin offerings from Peru’s diverse coffee-growing landscapes.