Elias Sanchez Gayoso, Peru

PROFILE: Plump and Juicy WITH NOTES OF Marmalade, Prunes, Custard ROAST: Light Roast For Filter Brewing

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ABOUT

In the northern region of Peru, in the province of Jaén, we meet Elias Sanchez and his wife, Rosalina Saavedra. Elias has dedicated 24 years to coffee farming. He began with traditional commercial production—planting his trees, waiting for them to bear fruit, and processing the cherries himself.

Recently, Elias joined a local project that deepened his understanding of the entire coffee cycle, from planting and cherry selection to processing and drying. Five years ago, he made a pivotal decision to focus on quality and transition into the specialty coffee market. This shift marked a turning point in his journey, where knowledge became the foundation for producing exceptional coffee.

In recent years, Elias has benefited from the guidance of local agronomists, whose support has helped transform his farm from a modest operation into one grounded in best practices. Through this process, he has strengthened his farm management skills and refined techniques across pre-harvest, harvest, and post-harvest stages, significantly elevating cup quality.

Today, Elias works alongside his wife and sons, each contributing to the farm’s continued development. His future goals include planting new varieties and improving the drying station. Thanks to his commitment to quality, Elias has been able to improve his family’s quality of life.

We are proud to support their efforts through our purchasing and to highlight the remarkable work behind specialty coffee in Peru. 

SOURCING

ORIGIN: Jaen, Cajamarca, Peru PRODUCER: Elias Sanchez VARIETIES: Bourbon PROCESS: Fully Washed ALTITUDE: 1800 masl PARTNERS: Caravela QUALITY SCORE: 87.5 HISTORY: First year of purchasing LOT SIZE: 200kgs HARVEST: May - September

Produced by Elias Sanchez in the Jaen province of Cajamarca, this Peruvian lot showcases the classic profile of the Bourbon varietal. Grown at 1800 masl, the coffee undergoes a fully washed preparation, a method often utilized to highlight the inherent clarity and acidity of the bean. In the cup, this specific release from Seven Seeds presents a distinct combination of marmalade, prunes, and custard.

While individual lots vary, washed coffees are frequently celebrated for their clean, vibrant profiles that allow the terroir of the region to shine through. When evaluating these specific notes, drinkers may find it helpful to reference the flavor wheel to better categorize the interplay between the jammy fruit tones and the creamy, dessert-like finish. This offering serves as a refined example of the high-quality output currently emerging from the Cajamarca region, reflecting the careful cultivation practices employed by producers like Elias Sanchez.