Elias Sanchez Espresso

Balanced, clean and deliciously sweet fruits with a creamy mouthfeel.

In the northern region of Cajamarca, in San Ignacio, Elias Sanchez and his wife, Rosalina Saavedra run Finca Cedro Quemado alongside their sons. With over 20 years in coffee, Elias began with traditional, volume-focused farming before shifting his focus toward quality. Supported by technical guidance and a growing understanding of best practice, he has transformed his approach across every stage of production. Today, coffee is a family effort, grounded in care, consistency and a deep respect for the land.

Grown at 1800 MASL, this washed Bourbon reflects Elias’ commitment to clarity and sweetness in the cup. Careful cherry selection and improved processing techniques have elevated quality year on year, resulting in a clean and balanced profile. This is our first year working with Elias through Caravela, and this small 160kg lot marks an exciting beginning. With plans to plant new varieties and further refine drying infrastructure, Elias continues to build a thoughtful and progressive future for his farm.