This coffee is sourced from the San Ignacio region in northern Peru, where it is cultivated by smallholder farmers using traditional organic practices. Produced by Luis Colunche on his farm, La Fortuna, this lot benefits from a diverse ecosystem of native shade trees and companion crops. The coffee is processed using the washed method. It features a flavor profile characterized by notes of caramel, milk chocolate, and red apple, offering a balanced and chocolatey experience suitable for espresso brewing.
49th Parallel has been a heavyweight in the Vancouver coffee scene since 2004, when brothers Vince and Michael Piccolo set out to bring world-class specialty coffee to the West Coast before it was trendy. They were early pioneers of the direct trade model, which sees them traveling extensively to build face-to-face relationships with farmers. Their roasting style is famous for its consistency and balance; they avoid the ultra-light, acidic "lemon juice" profiles in favor of developing sweetness and body that appeals to both coffee nerds and casual drinkers. It was voted Vancouver’s #1 roastery in 2025.
