Peru, La Mora

SANTIAGO IS A RELATIVELY NEW COFFEE PRODUCER IN THE JAEN REGION, DISCOVERED THROUGH OUR PARTNERS AT ORIGIN COFFEE LAB. HIS FARM IS IN A RURAL AREA, HOME TO A NATURE RESERVE, WHERE MANY FARMERS ALSO FISH OR GROW OTHER CROPS. SANTIAGO PRODUCES AROUND 42 BAGS OF PARCHMENT (ABOUT 1700 KG OF GREEN COFFEE) PER YEAR. SINCE SUPPLYING SPECIALTY COFFEE ROASTERS, HE’S INVESTED IN FIXED FERMENTATION TANKS AND SOLAR DRYING. WE WERE REALLY IMPRESSED WITH THE QUALITY WHEN WE FIRST CUPPED HIS COFFEE AND ADMIRE HIS PASSION FOR QUALITY.

 

THIS IS OUR SECOND TIME PURCHASING FROM SANTIAGO, DUE TO PART TO HIS COMMITMENT TO IMPROVING HIS CROP AND THE FANTASTIC CUPPING RESULTS HIS COFFEE HAS GIVEN US. EXPECT FLORAL JASMINE AND HONEY SUCKLE, UNDERLYING SWEET BERRY, AND LEMON ACIDITY.

Sourced from the Jaen region of Peru, this lot is produced by Santiago and brought to market by Reuben Hills. The profile of this coffee is defined by a delicate interplay of aromatics and brightness, featuring notes of floral jasmine and honeysuckle balanced by sweet berry undertones and a distinct lemon acidity.

When evaluating coffees with such nuanced profiles, it is often helpful to reference a flavor wheel to better categorize the specific aromatic compounds present. While every harvest is unique, coffees from the Jaen region are frequently recognized for their clean, vibrant character. This particular selection highlights the meticulous work of the producer in capturing the bright, high-toned qualities inherent to the terroir. By focusing on these specific sensory markers, drinkers can better appreciate the complexity that Santiago has achieved in this Peruvian offering.