Apuimac Valley Coffee Wins Peru’s National Award

Every year, coffee professionals, buyers, and enthusiasts look to competitions for proof of quality—but which regions truly rise to the top? In Peru, a rigorous national contest has just crowned a standout region whose beans now represent the nation on the global stage.

The Apuimac Valley coffee has been selected as Peru’s best coffee in 2024, earning the right to compete in next year’s World’s Best Coffee selection hosted by the Specialty Coffee Association in the United States.

Peru’s National Coffee Competition

Since 2007, the Peruvian National Coffee Board, the Ministry of Agriculture, and the Coffee Chamber have jointly organised an annual competition to identify the country’s finest coffees. This year, 347 coffees from across Peru entered the contest, with 111 making it to the finals. Among them, Apuimac Valley emerged as the national winner.

Diverse Origins, Distinct Flavours

Peru benefits from highly varied landscapes and microclimates, allowing it to produce a wide range of coffee profiles. The country is also the world’s largest producer of organic coffee, known for its smooth, rich-bodied cups with balanced flavour and aroma. These qualities have helped Peruvian coffee gain popularity both locally and internationally.

What Makes Apuimac Valley Special?

While the announcement does not detail specific processing methods or cupping scores, the selection of Apuimac Valley underscores the region’s consistent quality and distinct terroir. Coffees from this area are now set to represent Peru at the global level, facing off against top coffees from around the world in the SCA’s international competition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Apuimac Valley coffee competition win about?

Apuimac Valley coffee was named the best in Peru for 2024 after competing against 347 entries nationwide, with 111 reaching the final round. This victory qualifies it to represent Peru at the World’s Best Coffee selection organised by the Specialty Coffee Association in the U.S. next year.

How many coffees competed in Peru’s 2024 national coffee contest?

A total of 347 coffees from across Peru entered the 2024 national competition, and 111 of those were shortlisted for the final evaluation round.

What makes Peruvian coffee unique?

Peru is the world’s largest producer of organic coffee, known for producing smooth, full-bodied cups with rich flavour and aroma. The country’s diverse geography allows for a wide variety of coffee profiles.

Which organisation runs Peru’s national coffee awards?

The competition is jointly organised by the Peruvian National Coffee Board, the Ministry of Agriculture, and the Peruvian Coffee Chamber.

Where will the winning coffee be showcased next?

The Apuimac Valley coffee will represent Peru at the World’s Best Coffee selection event hosted by the Specialty Coffee Association in the United States in 2025.

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