This is an exceptional expression of the unique SL9 variety. Coffee cultivation in Peru continues to excite, and this specific variety is a standout. Lucio Luque is an inspired producer, and this selection truly shines. In the cup we find Gesha-like florality, limeade, and white grape.
SL9
Amaybamba, Cusco
2,200 masl
November, 2024
Hand-picked at peak ripeness. Floated to further remove defects and de-pulped on the day of harvest. Dry-fermented for 20 hours. Dried in a parabolic dryer.
ABOUT LUCIO LUQUE
Peru continues to astound us as a coffee-producing country, with unmatched diversity, extreme elevations, and rare, unique varieties—and Lucio Luque’s coffee embodies all of these. We had the honor of meeting Lucio during our trip to Peru this fall, and both his farm and coffee are nothing short of inspiring. This is one of the most exciting new projects for us, and we are thrilled to begin sharing these exceptional coffees.
ABOUT SL9
Colloquially known as “Gesha Inca,” SL9 is a rare cultivar belonging to the Ethiopian Legacy group. While its exact genetic fingerprint does not currently exist in the database, it closely resembles SL09, which is why we refer to it as SL9. “SL” is in reference to single tree selections made by Scott Agricultural Laboratories in 1935-1939, and slight genetic variations from ancient, less well-identified references are scientifically acceptable. While SL28, SL34, and Mibirizi are the most widely grown cultivars from the SL selections, SL09—and by extension, SL9—remains uncommon in cultivation today.
Pricing Details
Farm Gate (Local; PARCHMENT)
69.5 Soles/KG
FOB
$22.02/KG
FOT
$29.17/KG
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