Finca El Progreso - Peru {Geisha & SL09 - Washed}

Technical Sheet
Roaster: Mellow Coffee Roasters
Origin: Peru
Region: Acconcharcas, Cusco
Farm: El Progreso
Producer: Bilibran Tello Quispe
Varieties: Geisha & SL09 (Geisha Inca)
Process: Washed with anaerobic fermentation
Altitude: 2,300 m above sea level
Aroma: Camellia · Sugarcane
Notes: White Grapes · Sugarcane Juice
Aftertaste: White Grapes · Sugarcane
Texture: Juicy and smooth
Roast: Very Light Roast
Roasting Machine: ROEST P3000
Recommendation: Filter
Format: 100g

Why we like it

For its combination of camellia, white grape, and sugarcane. A high-altitude lot that brings together Geisha and SL09, with carefully controlled processing and a very light roast by Mellow Coffee Roasters.

Who should buy it

Ideal for those who enjoy floral, sweet, and juicy coffees, uncommon varieties, and very light roasts. Especially interesting for lovers of Geishas and high-altitude Peruvian coffees.

From Acconcharcas, in the Cusco region of Peru, comes this lot of Geisha and SL09 grown by Bilibran Tello Quispe at an altitude of 2,300 meters.

Roasted by Mellow Coffee Roasters with a very light filter profile, it stands out for its floral elegance, sweetness, and juicy texture.

A delicate and expressive cup, with aromas of camellia and sugarcane, notes of white grape and sugarcane juice, and a sweet, lingering finish.

Origin and Producer

Finca El Progreso is located in Acconcharcas, Cusco, at an altitude of 2,300 meters, and is managed by Bilibran Tello Quispe.

Bilibran represents a new generation of producers who are transforming coffee farming in the Inkawasi area. Building on his father's agricultural legacy, he began working with Geisha and later discovered that the SL09 variety, also known as Geisha Inca, had reached his land through the exchange of seeds among neighboring farmers.

He reinvests his income in improving processing and drying infrastructure, maintaining community traditions such as Ayni, based on mutual aid, and Minka, collective work.

Washed Process

The cherries are hand-picked at their optimal ripeness and rest for 48 hours on raised platforms in the shade. This stage promotes metabolic changes and controlled oxidation that contribute to the development of sweetness and complexity.

After a second manual selection and flotation sorting, the cherries are pulped and the beans, still covered in mucilage, ferment anaerobically for 48 hours in GrainPro bags.

Subsequently, the coffee is washed and sun-dried for 12 to 15 days, with frequent movement to achieve uniform drying.

Finally, it undergoes a resting period of 3 to 5 weeks to stabilize its sensory profile.

Sensory Profile

A floral, sweet, and juicy cup, with notes of camellia, white grape, and sugarcane juice.

In the aroma, camellia and sugarcane stand out, while on the palate we find the freshness of white grapes and the sweetness of sugarcane juice.

It features a juicy and smooth texture, with a lingering aftertaste of white grape and sugarcane.

Who are we?
We’re Team Mellow — four very different humans (Vicky, Michael, Andy, and Min), stitched together by one shared obsession: coffee. Our backgrounds couldn’t be further apart — law, medicine, economics, media — yet somehow, all roads led us to the same thing: endless cups, late-night cupping sessions, and nerding out over beans. Then one day… boom! A spark lit up. We realized we didn’t just want to drink coffee — we wanted to create it, roast it, share it. Not just with friends, but with anyone willing to join our (de)caffeinated little universe.



Why does Mellow Coffee Roasters exist?
We asked ourselves a tough question at the start: “Why should anyone care about yet another coffee roaster in the Netherlands?”
Our answer? Because we want to bring something different to the table — literally. We grew up surrounded by the flavors and aromas of Asian coffee, yet in Europe, those beans often carry a reputation they don’t deserve. We’re here to change that. To prove that Asian origins are full of nuance, depth, and character worth celebrating. At the same time, we don’t want to just roast — we want to play. To experiment with more sustainable roasting techniques, fold in tech to make each batch consistent and high-quality, and push the limits of what coffee can be.



What’s our goal?
Simple: to showcase coffee from every corner of the world in a way that’s approachable, welcoming, and just plain fun. No coffee snobbery here. Whether you like your brew strong, light, experimental, or classic, we want you to feel at home. Coffee is a whole spectrum of flavors, and we’re here to explore it with you.



So… what’s in it for you?
We don’t just want to be a bag of beans sitting on your shelf. We want to become part of your rhythm — that comforting sip before your day starts, the fuel for your midweek hustle, or the weekend ritual you look forward to. Think of us as your mellow companion, making sure your daily cup isn’t just coffee… it’s a little spark of joy.