Olga Suarez

Peru: San Ignacio, Cajamarca

Years ago, like many coffee farmers in Peru, Olga Suarez sold her annual harvest to local middlemen, watching her carefully tended Caturra and Catuai cherries disappear into anonymous regional blends. This was the norm back then: farmers would haul their coffee to the nearest mill, accept payment, and head home with little idea of where their beans went or how they were used. While these blends were considered decent, there was always a nagging sense that some truly exceptional coffees were being lost in the mix.

Olga, however, knew her coffee was something special. Her farm’s rich soil, unique microclimate, and high-altitude location provided perfect conditions for producing cherries that were dense, sweet, and full of flavor. Renowned in her community for her skillful farming, Olga was determined to bring out the true potential of her coffee and share it with the world.

In 2004, she took a leap of faith. With secured financing, she invested in Penagos processing equipment and built a small mill right on her farm. This bold decision was a game-changer, giving Olga complete control over the processing of her coffee. For the first time, she could ensure every step reflected her dedication to quality.

Today, Olga’s vision has blossomed. Not only does she process her own coffee with precision, but she also extends her expertise to help her neighbors. Since 2019, we’ve had the privilege of sourcing coffee exclusively from her farm—a breathtaking showcase of intentional cultivation. Beneath a dense canopy of shade, her Typica, Catuai, and Caturra trees thrive, and every step of production is handled with painstaking care.

The result? Coffee that is nothing short of extraordinary. In fact, we believe Olga’s coffee is among the finest Peru has to offer!

Coffee specifications

• Species: Arabica
  
• Variety: Caturra
  
• Process: Washed

Cup profile

• SCA score: 85
• Cupping notes: Caramel/Yellow fruits
  

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