Organic Fair Trade Peru Coffee – Miel de Cajamarca, Shade-Grown Light Roast, Whole Bean or Ground

Organic Fair Trade Peru from 2,000 shade-growing family farmers: honey, papaya and milk chocolate with a soft citric acidity. A light roast from Thanksgiving Coffee, sold in a 5 lb bag, whole bean or ground.

Miel de Cajamarca grows high in the lush mountains of northern Peru, on the rugged eastern flank of the Andes. Two thousand family farmers raise it under dense shade of guava, acacia, orange and banana trees. They are members of CENFROCAFE, an association of more than 80 small cooperatives that works together to produce one of Peru's finest coffees while looking after the surrounding mountain ecosystem.

At a glance

• Origin: Northern Peru, eastern Andes: CENFROCAFE (80+ small cooperatives)
• Roast: Light
• Tastes like: Honey, papaya and milk chocolate with a soft citric acidity (Thanksgiving's notes)
• Grown: Under dense shade by 2,000 family farmers
• Certified organic: Yes. Thanksgiving Coffee lists it with its USDA Organic mark and calls it Fair Trade Organic.
• Grind: Whole bean, or ground for auto drip, French press, espresso or Turkish.
• Bag size & price: 5 lb $105.00 ($21.00 per lb)
• Best for: Light-roast drinkers who want a sweet, fruity, gentle cup

FAQ

What does Miel de Cajamarca taste like?

Thanksgiving Coffee lists hints of honey, papaya and milk chocolate with a soft citric acidity.

Is it organic and Fair Trade?

Yes. Thanksgiving lists it with its USDA Organic mark and describes it as Fair Trade Organic.

What sizes are available?

A 5 lb bag, whole bean or ground for auto drip, French press, espresso or Turkish. It works out to $21.00 per lb.

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