Peru Ubillus & Zamora
Regular price $22.00Dark Chocolate / Red Grape/ Cherry Pie
Country Peru
Region Cajamarca
Farm Ubillus & Zamora
Cultivar Caturra, Gesha
Process Washed
Elevation 1600 - 1900 masl
Elmer Guevara Zamora and Lorenzo Arbildo Ubillus are two dedicated coffee producers from Chirinos, a district in the Cajamarca region of Peru. Their blended lot exemplifies the synergy of smallholder farming expertise and the exceptional geographic and cultural conditions of their region. Both farmers cultivate their coffee at high elevations—1,958 meters for Elmer’s farm, El Alcanfor, and 1,900 meters for Lorenzo’s farm, La Palma. These altitudes, combined with the region's fertile soils and favorable climate, create the perfect environment for specialty coffee production.
Elmer, who founded El Alcanfor in 2018, grows Caturra, Geisha, and Bourbon varieties on his 1.25-hectare farm. Lorenzo, operating La Palma since 2015, cultivates Caturra and Geisha on a slightly larger 2-hectare plot. Both farmers emphasize sustainability and environmental stewardship, employing organic and natural farming practices. They use selective harvesting techniques, carefully ferment their coffee to enhance flavor profiles, and utilize slow drying methods in specialized facilities to ensure quality. These processes highlight their commitment to producing exceptional coffee while maintaining harmony with nature.
The district of Chirinos is renowned for its high altitudes and optimal coffee-growing conditions, contributing to the production of high-quality beans with unique flavor profiles. Both Elmer and Lorenzo are deeply rooted in this community, where coffee farming is not just an economic activity but a way of life. Their shared goal is to position their coffee in top-quality markets, earning recognition for the exceptional characteristics of their beans.
By blending the distinct profiles of their coffees, Elmer and Lorenzo create a harmonious lot that showcases the richness of their combined efforts. Their dedication to sustainable practices, community engagement, and high-quality production sets their coffee apart, offering a taste of the unique terroir of Chirinos to coffee lovers worldwide.