Victoria Atao - Peru - Washed

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Producer: Victoria Atao

Farm Name: Finca Bella Vista

Region: Amaybamba, Incahuasi Valley, Cusco, Peru

Varietal: Geisha Inca

Processing: Washed, Dry Honey Ferment 32 Hours (Dried on raised beds for 12 days)

Elevation: 2230 m.a.s.l.

Importer: Apu Coffee

Price Paid: €25.95/kg

FOB: USD 17.64

Farm Gate: USD 12.12/kg

Tastes Like: Elderflower, Bergamot, Kiwi, Honeydew, Crisp Acidity

Victoria Atao and Eudis Orosco manage their farm in harmony with nature, preserving old forest trees and following traditional Inca agroforestry methods that align agricultural practices with lunar cycles. Their approach fosters a diverse ecosystem and enhances the quality of their coffee. On their farm they manage two separate plots of Geisha coffee varieties, each producing distinct flavour profiles - Eudis favouring fruity notes and Victoria a cleaner, crisper cup. These Geisha Inca varieties, once overlooked due to low yields, are now thriving under their care at higher altitudes. Their work, rooted in Inca heritage, is strengthened by communal farming traditions, which emphasise shared labor and collective refinement of techniques.

The Incahuasi Cooperative, made up of farmers who share Inca ancestry, promotes sustainable agroforestry through expert guidance and organic farming practices. Regular maintenance such as pruning, composting, and irrigation supports healthy growth in the region’s unique mountainous terrain. The coffee harvest, occurring from September to December, is among the latest in Peru due to the valley’s high altitude and isolated climate. While some natural coffee is produced, most of the crop undergoes fully washed or dry honey fermentation, reducing environmental impact and enhancing quality. After a meticulous drying process at 1900–2100 meters, the coffee is stored and graded at a stable, high-altitude facility, ensuring exceptional quality for each batch.

Mars, our head of coffee at Vote, absolutely loves a clean and crisp washed coffee and she says some of the best Geishas she’s ever tasted come from Peru. So it’s no surprise she instantly fell in love with Victoria Atao’s coffee. Thanks to Apu Coffee’s strong focus on traceability, transparency and the fact they verify the farm gate price directly with the producers, we knew this was the right choice. We’re thrilled to bring you this special edition coffee and truly hope you enjoy it as much as we do!