Paper Plane Coffee Passport

JULY PASSPORT - GILMER CORDOVA, PERU

TASTING NOTES

WHITE STRAWBERRY, CHERRY BLOSSOM, MACADAMIA

ORIGIN

PERU

REGION

HUABAL, CAJAMARCA

PRODUCER

GILMER CORDOVA – FINCA ECOLÓGICA AGUA COLORADA

VARIETY

CATURRA

ALTITUDE

1850 METERS

PROCESS METHOD

NATURAL – HAND PICKED, SHADE GROWN, SUN DRIED

ABOUT

July's Passport coffee takes us to the lush highlands of Cajamarca, Peru, where Gilmer Cordova manages Finca Ecológica Agua Colorada, a farm originally established by his father, Filadelpo Cordova Mejia, in 1990. Situated at 1,850 meters above sea level, the seven-hectare property is surrounded by native shade trees and benefits from the cool temperatures, fertile soils, and dramatic mountain landscapes that have made Cajamarca Peru's most important coffee-producing region.

Gilmer represents a new generation of Peruvian coffee producers. Passionate about quality and environmental stewardship, he relies on compost and guano rather than chemical fertilizers and avoids herbicides altogether. Every cherry is picked by hand at peak ripeness, a meticulous approach that allows the fruit character of the coffee to fully develop before processing.

This lot is a natural process Caturra, a variety known for its sweetness, balance, and elegance in the cup. After harvest, the cherries are carefully dried with the fruit intact, concentrating sugars and creating a layered, expressive profile. The result is a coffee that feels both delicate and vibrant. Notes of white strawberry bring a soft berry sweetness, cherry blossom contributes a floral elegance, and macadamia rounds everything out with a creamy, nutty finish.

As a traceable microlot, this coffee represents both the craftsmanship of a single producer and the growing movement toward farm-specific coffees in Peru. It is a beautiful example of how careful farming, thoughtful processing, and exceptional terroir can come together to create something truly memorable.

This one feels very "Passport Program" to me because it's not just an origin people know, it's a specific farmer, a specific farm, and a glimpse into the next chapter of Peruvian specialty coffee.

The Paper Plane Coffee Passport Program

Ever dream of traveling the world, one cup at a time—without dealing with TSA, middle seats, or suspiciously expensive airport coffee? We’ve got you covered.

Each month, our roasters hand-pick an incredible coffee from somewhere in the coffee world, roast it to perfection, and deliver it straight to your door. That’s 12 ounces of adventure, no overstuffed suitcase required.

And to be clear: these coffees aren’t part of our regular lineup. They’re entirely new offerings each month—coffees you won’t find on our shelves or in your usual rotation. Just one-of-a-kind, limited releases picked by our roasting team because they’re special.

Choose Your Own Adventure
You can subscribe for a new coffee every month, or purchase individual bags as you go—perfect for those who want to dip a toe into the journey before going full globetrotter.

💡 Heads up: All the exclusive goodies come with the monthly subscription only—including the passport, stamps, and free shipping. Individual bag purchases are just that: the coffee, without the extras.

What’s in Your Coffee Travel Kit – Subscription Only:

A Fresh 12oz Bag of Specialty Coffee – Sourced from incredible farms and roasted with care.

A Coffee Passport Booklet – Your first subscription order includes a custom passport to log your tasting notes, discoveries, and potentially your deepest coffee thoughts.

A Passport Stamp Sticker – Every package comes with a custom stamp from the coffee’s region so you can collect your travels. Way cooler than fridge magnets.

Free Shipping –  Because jet lag is enough to deal with.

Exclusive Discount – Pre-pay for a full year and get 10% off.

Flexible Membership – Pause, skip, or cancel anytime. No guilt, no games.

Your next great cup is waiting. Subscribe to the Coffee Passport and start collecting delicious destinations—or grab a single origin bag and explore at your own pace.

A quick note: we won’t be offering a pre-ground option for Passport coffees.

We know that might be inconvenient for some, and we don’t take that lightly. But this program is built around the idea of exploring coffee at its peak—and that means grinding fresh. These coffees are unique, often delicate, and the flavors that make them special can start to fade quickly once ground. We want you to experience them the way they were meant to be tasted: fresh, vibrant, and full of character.

If you don’t already have a grinder, we’ve got you covered. Here are a few burr grinders we recommend across different price points:

• Baratza Encore – a fantastic all-purpose home grinder
  

• 1Zpresso JX-Pro – a hand grinder that punches way above its weight
  

• Fellow Opus – compact, stylish, and great for both espresso and pour over
  

• Timemore Chestnut C3 – a solid, budget-friendly manual grinder
  

• Baratza Virtuoso+ – a step up in consistency and grind range
  

Note: Yearly subscription cancellations will be refunded at a prorated amount, minus a $10 fee for the included passport booklet.