Peruvian coffee beans
11 coffees · from 2 roasters
Peru grows coffee on the eastern slopes of the Andes, from Cajamarca, Amazonas and San Martín in the north to Cusco and Puno in the south. Farms are small, often a few hectares, and many growers sell through cooperatives.
A large share of Peruvian coffee is certified organic or Fairtrade, partly because many farmers have always grown without synthetic inputs. In the cup it is usually sweet and easy to drink: milk chocolate, caramel, nuts and soft citrus, with a round body.
These are the Peruvian coffees currently listed by roasters on A Cup Of Stories.
Witch's Toffee | Peru
Slow Coffee Roasters
MEDIUM ROAST – CERTIFIED ORGANIC
Three Llamas Coffee
Mum's Dessert | Peru
Slow Coffee Roasters
WELLBEING – CERTIFIED ORGANIC
Three Llamas Coffee
Cherry Bomb | Peru
Slow Coffee Roasters
DARK ROAST - CERTIFIED ORGANIC
Three Llamas Coffee
MEDIUM DARK ROAST - SPECIALTY COFFEE
Three Llamas Coffee
LIMA - SPECIALTY COFFEE
Three Llamas Coffee
INCA GOLD - SPECIALTY COFFEE
Three Llamas Coffee
ESSENCE - SPECIALTY COFFEE
Three Llamas Coffee
VIVA - CERTIFIED ORGANIC
Three Llamas Coffee
Roasters in this guide
How to brew them
Questions
What does Peruvian coffee taste like?
Expect a sweet, balanced cup with chocolate, caramel and nutty notes and a gentle acidity. High altitude lots from northern Peru can add stone fruit and florals.
Why is so much Peruvian coffee organic?
Many Peruvian smallholders farm without synthetic fertiliser or pesticides, and cooperatives have helped them certify. Look for the organic tag on each coffee card.
Is Peruvian coffee good for a plunger?
Yes. Its body and chocolate notes work well in a French press, and it is forgiving if your grind or timing is not exact.