Pepe Jijon Mejorado

THE CUP

This Mejorado is bright, crystalline, and delicately expressive. Expect juicy notes of Pink Lady apple, starfruit, and citrus, layered over a subtle floral undertone. Light-bodied with lively acidity, the cup is both refreshing and elegant, a clear representation of Putushio’s finest Mejorado.

Producers: Pepe Jijon
Region: Putushio, Loja, Ecuador
Varieties: Mejorado
Elevation: 2,222 masl
Harvest: August 2025
Process: Washed 

THE PRODUCERS

Pepe Jijon has spent years refining his biodynamic coffee practices atop the Putushio mountains. His dedication to working in harmony with the environment ensures that each coffee lot reflects both the land and the care of its pickers. Pepe’s farm is a testament to sustainable farming, where water, temperature, and time are carefully managed to minimize stress on the coffee cherry. Every harvest is an expression of nature, nurture, and precision.

THE PROCESS

Cherries are handpicked at peak ripeness, depulped immediately, and washed to highlight clarity and brightness. They are then shade-dried for 18 days until reaching 10.5% moisture. Mejorado, an Ethiopian landrace crossed with Bourbon, thrives under this gentle approach, producing a clean, luminous cup with pronounced fruit and floral notes. Pepe’s meticulous handling ensures a balanced sweetness and refined elegance in every sip.

WHY WE LOVE IT

We love this Mejorado for its clarity, precision, and expressive sweetness. Notes of Pink Lady apple, starfruit, and citrus combine with a delicate floral finish to create a bright, light-bodied cup that is both refreshing and complex. Pepe Jijon’s care and philosophy shine through in every sip, making this a truly special representation of Ecuador’s Putushio region.

Tasting Notes: 

• 🍎 Pink Lady Apple · 🌟 Starfruit · 🍋 Citrus · 
  

What is the roast recency?

We recommend brewing with beans that are at least two weeks off roast. All beans are roasted to peak flavour at around 6-12 weeks. We have the option to either purchase standard beans (at least 2 weeks but no longer than 6 weeks off roast), or rested beans (at least 7 weeks off roast, no longer than 12 - should we have any left in stock!). For peak flavour, if you are looking to use immediately, we recommend purchasing the rested beans. If you are adding to your rotation of beans, we recommend purchasing the standard and allowing the beans to naturally rest and mature whilst you rotate through other beans.