Royalty Sourcing Peru

Premium Estates Coffee: A Commitment to Exceptional Quality and Sustainability

Situated in the Villa Rica District of the Pasco Region in Central Peru, a renowned coffee-growing area, Premium Estates Coffee is committed to providing exceptional origin coffee sourced from single estates and family-owned farms directly to our partners in Europe. With altitudes reaching up to 1,700 meters, we ensure quality and sustainability through meticulous hand harvesting and processing at our central mill. Premium Estates owns two farms, San Crispin and Sudetia del Sur, where all coffee is processed locally in the farm’s wet mill. Additionally, some coffees are sourced from small neighboring farms, including Llave de Oro, to maintain a diverse and high-quality offering.

Local Sourcing

Our main sourcing in Peru is managed by Elciario Naranjo, a seasoned producer introduced to us by our friend Mark Russel from Khipu Coffee. Elciario owns and operates Premium Estates Coffee, where we collaborate closely with his dedicated team of experts in coffee processing and quality control. He works alongside our EU lab to ensure all coffee consistently meets the highest quality standards, allowing us to streamline logistics and maintain the integrity of our products throughout the supply chain.

Varieties

At Premium Estates Coffee we take pride in our diverse selection of coffee varietals, which include Caturra, Gran Colombia, Bourbon, Catimor, Típica, Geisha, Red Obata, and Tupy. Each of these varietals is carefully cultivated to highlight the unique flavors and characteristics of the Villa Rica region. Our coffees undergo meticulous processing methods, including washed and fermented techniques, which enhance their distinct profiles and ensure exceptional quality. This commitment to careful cultivation and processing allows us to deliver truly remarkable coffees that showcase the richness of their origin.

Profiles

Lot Signature Blend – San Crispin: This flagship coffee hails from the largest single estate in Peru. It is 100% shade-grown and selectively hand-harvested, then pulped and fermented for 15 hours before being dried in guardiolas for 45 hours.
Rich and complex with notes of chocolate and nuts, balanced acidity, and a smooth finish, characteristic of shade-grown coffee.

Lot Signature Blend – Sudetia del Sur: Grown under the shade of local species, this coffee undergoes a selective manual harvest, is pulped the same night, and fermented for 15 hours. It is then subjected to slow mechanical drying in guardiolas.
Bright and fruity with floral undertones, offering a well-rounded sweetness and a smooth mouthfeel.

Lot Obata Red: This lot is 100% selectively harvested, siphoned, and pulped on the same night. It is fermented for 15 hours during the night, washed in a running system, and then slowly dried in tanks.
Juicy and vibrant with a combination of red fruit notes, sweet caramel, and a clean finish, resulting from meticulous processing.

Lot Geisha: Featuring our exclusive Geisha variety, this coffee is selectively harvested, washed, and pulped on the same day. It ferments for 30 hours and is dried in solar dryers.
Floral and aromatic, featuring delicate tea-like qualities, with notes of jasmine, bergamot, and a bright acidity that highlights its complexity.

Lot Yellow Caturra: This coffee is manually harvested, siphoned, and pulped the same night. It undergoes fermentation in a tank for 15 hours and is slowly dried using mechanical methods in guardiolas.
Sweet and fruity with a smooth, balanced acidity, often exhibiting citrus and tropical fruit notes.

Lot Tupi: Harvested through a manual selective process, this lot is pulped and fermented in concrte tanks for 72 hours, followed by slow mechanical drying.
Bold and intense with deep chocolate and earthy tones, complemented by a syrupy sweetness and a lingering aftertaste.

Lot Juicy Washed: This unique coffee is fermented for 48 hours with cherry juice from a “natural” processed coffee, enhancing its sweetness and creating a distinctive flavor profile.
Sweet and fruity with a unique profile derived from the cherry juice fermentation, offering notes of tropical fruits and a smooth, juicy finish.

Lot Caturra Natural: Fermented for 100 hours in GrainPro bags, this coffee exudes a delightful aroma of red fruits and is solar dried in raised beds for 28 days.
Fruity and aromatic, with a pronounced sweetness reminiscent of red fruits, along with a rich, wine-like acidity.

Lot Honey Bourbon: This lot experiences prolonged fermentation for 100 hours in GrainPro bags, resulting in a Kombucha-like aroma. It undergoes dry pulping and is solar dried in raised beds for 21 days.
Sweet and complex, showcasing notes of caramel and honey, with a slight tang that recalls Kombucha and a smooth, rich body.

Sustainability

At Premium Estates, we are committed to sustainability through responsible farming practices.

Some of the lots are 100% Shade-Grown Coffee under a canopy of native trees, which enhances biodiversity, protects the soil from erosion, and provides habitats for local wildlife. This method not only improves the quality of the coffee but also contributes to the overall health of the ecosystem.

Water Conservation: We implement efficient water management practices at our farms, utilizing rainwater harvesting systems and ensuring that water used in processing is treated and recycled. This minimizes our impact on local water resources and reduces our environmental footprint.

Social Responsibility: We work closely with local communities, ensuring fair wages and safe working conditions for all labourers. By investing in education and health programs, we aim to improve the quality of life for our workers and their families.

Traceability

Detailed Records: We maintain meticulous records of every stage of the coffee production process, from planting and harvesting to processing and export. This ensures transparency and enables us to verify the quality and origin of our coffees.

Direct Relationships: We foster direct relationships with our coffee producers, allowing us to guarantee the authenticity and quality of our beans. By working closely with farmers, we ensure that every batch of coffee meets our rigorous standards.