Peru Mario Jesus Bourbon Washed

Red Apple, Pear, Starfruit, Kiwi, Pineapple Variety Bourbon Country Peru Processing Washed Region Cajamarca Altitude 1,700 – 1,900 m Roast Level Light Roast Tasting Notes Red Apple, Pear, Starfruit, Kiwi, Pineapple Quantity 200g/1000g About This Coffee : Peru Mario Jesus Bourbon Washed Origin: Cajamarca, Peru Altitude: 1,700 – 1,900 m Variety: Bourbon Processing Method: Washed Flavor Profile: Red Apple, Pear, Starfruit, Kiwi, Pineapple Region and Farm Introduction: Mario Jesus is a smallholder producer based in Cajamarca, one of Peru’s most established specialty coffee regions. The area is known for its high elevations, cool climate, and mineral-rich soils, which contribute to slow cherry maturation and refined acidity. Farms in this region are typically family-run, focusing on traditional varieties such as Bourbon and careful hand-harvesting. Through improved post-harvest practices and washed processing, producers like Mario Jesus have helped position Cajamarca coffees as clean, elegant, and fruit-forward representatives of Peruvian specialty coffee. Processing Method Features: The washed process emphasizes clarity and structure by fully removing mucilage before drying. Fermentation and washing are carefully controlled to preserve acidity and highlight varietal character. In this lot, the washed method enhances crisp malic acidity and a transparent fruit profile, allowing fresh orchard and tropical fruit notes to appear clean and well-defined.