Best Cajamarca Coffees of 2026
Cajamarca is the most-stocked Peruvian region in our catalog: 10 Cajamarca lots from 9 specialty roasters, averaging 4.49★. This northern Andean department, where small family farms work at 1,200–2,000m, is known for gentle, sweet, often organic washed coffees. Here are the top picks, ranked by expert score.
Top 10 Cajamarca Coffees, Ranked
Rankings are based on expert ratings across our 10 Cajamarca coffees from 9 roasters (decaf excluded), limited to two picks per roaster so the list stays diverse
What Makes Cajamarca Coffee Special?
Cajamarca sits in northern Peru, where cooperative-organized smallholders grow Caturra, Typica, Bourbon and Catimor at 1,200–2,000m. Cups lean mild and sweet, with caramel, cocoa, nut and gentle fruit notes. Of the 10 Cajamarca coffees in our catalog, 10 are washed and 0 use other methods.
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How to Brew Cajamarca Coffee
- Pour over: Best for light roasts. Try 1:16 at about 93°C. See the pour over guide →
- Espresso: Medium roasts give a sweet, caramel-rich shot. Dial in with the espresso calculator →
- Drip or French press: Washed lots make a clean, forgiving cup. Check your ratio →