Peruvian coffee tasting in Cusco, with a barista
One hour to taste several Peruvian coffee varieties side by side, with a barista who teaches you to smell, slurp and assess acidity, body and balance. No jargon: the idea is that you leave knowing which coffee you like and why.
Peruvian coffee, in short
Peru grows arabica coffee on the eastern slopes of the Andes, between 1,200 and 2,000 meters, on small family farms. Cusco has its own coffee region in La Convención, a few hours from the city, and Cajamarca, Junín and San Martín share the spotlight.
That altitude and that small scale give clean, sweet coffees with lively acidity, very different from one valley to the next. The tasting compares origins so those differences show up in the cup, not on paper.
We work with seasonal Peruvian beans; what you taste changes with what's at the bar.
How the tasting goes
- The barista introduces the day's coffees and where they come from.
- You smell them dry and then freshly wet: that's where the difference shows most.
- You slurp following a basic cupping guide (aroma, flavor, body, acidity).
- You compare and note which one wins you over; the barista answers whatever you want to ask.
- If you'd like something lighter, the "First encounter with Peruvian coffee" is the introductory version: 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Who it's for
- Anyone who drinks coffee every day and wants to understand what they're drinking.
- Travelers about to buy coffee in Cusco who don't know which to choose.
- Couples and small groups: a calm, short, table-side activity.
- Rainy mornings or your first day in town, without climbing any hills.
Questions about this workshop
- Do I need to know about coffee?
- No. The cupping guide is basic and the barista explains it step by step. It's designed for beginners and the curious.
- How much caffeine is it?
- You slurp small amounts, you don't drink whole cups. Still, if you're sensitive to caffeine, we recommend doing it in the morning.
- Can it be done in English?
- Yes. Let us know when you book and we'll run it in English.
- How much does it cost and how do I book?
- The price per person is in the details box on this page, tax included; the shorter "First encounter with Peruvian coffee" costs a little less. It runs from 2 people: message us on WhatsApp with the number of people and your preferred time.
Book your tasting
Message us on WhatsApp with the day, the time and how many are coming. Second floor of Portal de Comercio 157, entrance through the craft shop.
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