{"product_id":"ilse-jose-pepe-jijon-mejorado-ecuador","title":"Ilse - Jose \u0026 Pepe Jijon - Washed Mejorado | Ecuador","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"245\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"233\" data-end=\"245\"\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"590\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"274\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"274\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"259\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ecuador\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"305\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"305\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"288\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Putushio, Loja\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"342\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"342\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"322\"\u003eProducers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jose \u0026amp; Pepe Jijon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"343\" data-end=\"376\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"376\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"354\"\u003eFarm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fincas Del Putushio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"403\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"403\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"392\"\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typica Mejorado\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"427\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"427\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"418\"\u003eProcess:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"449\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"449\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"430\" data-end=\"440\"\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omni (Light)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"518\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"518\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"465\"\u003eBag Size: \u003c\/strong\u003e125g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"590\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"590\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"539\"\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green apple 🍏 • White grape 🍇 • Pomegranate 🍎\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"595\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"610\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"610\"\u003eIntro:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eIlse is proud to present \u003cstrong data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eJose \u0026amp; Pepe Jijon – Fincas Del Putushio\u003c\/strong\u003e, a beautifully structured \u003cstrong data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"725\"\u003ewashed Mejorado\u003c\/strong\u003e from southern Ecuador’s Loja region. This lot is everything we love about the \u003cstrong data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"816\"\u003eMejorado\u003c\/strong\u003e varietal — lifted acidity, delicate fruit, and crystal-clear flavour. Expect a \u003cstrong data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"923\"\u003eclean, juicy filter cup\u003c\/strong\u003e that’s light on the palate but full of bright complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"986\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eThe Producers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003eThis coffee is grown by \u003cstrong data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eJose and Pepe Jijon\u003c\/strong\u003e, a father-son duo farming in the highlands of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1104\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003ePutushio\u003c\/strong\u003e, Loja — a region fast gaining recognition for its high-elevation, smallholder-grown specialty lots. Fincas Del Putushio focuses on careful cultivation of improved varietals like \u003cstrong data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003eMejorado\u003c\/strong\u003e, alongside exacting washed processing methods. The result is coffees that are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003eprecise, vibrant, and deeply expressive\u003c\/strong\u003e of both varietal and place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eThe Process:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003ewashed process\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances clarity and highlights the inherent brightness of the Mejorado variety. After handpicking, the cherries are depulped, fermented to remove mucilage, then washed clean and dried carefully. The result is a cup with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003eelevated acidity, refined sweetness, and minimal distraction\u003c\/strong\u003e — everything dialled in to express terroir and cultivar at their most transparent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003eThe Cup:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"2288\"\u003eExpect a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003ebright, zippy cup\u003c\/strong\u003e with high clarity and gentle sweetness. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1967\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003eGreen apple 🍏\u003c\/strong\u003e acidity gives the coffee a snappy entrance, followed by \u003cstrong data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003ewhite grape 🍇\u003c\/strong\u003e florality and a light body. A subtle \u003cstrong data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2116\"\u003epomegranate 🍎\u003c\/strong\u003e note adds complexity and a slightly tannic, wine-like finish. This is a filter coffee made for slow sipping and high clarity — a perfect expression of Mejorado done right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2310\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2298\" data-end=\"2310\"\u003eOverall:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2311\" data-end=\"2691\"\u003eIlse’s \u003cstrong data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003eJose \u0026amp; Pepe Jijon – Fincas Del Putushio\u003c\/strong\u003e is a showcase of what Ecuador’s highlands and the Mejorado varietal can deliver: \u003cstrong data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2497\"\u003ebright, clean, and beautifully articulated coffees\u003c\/strong\u003e with fruit complexity and elegance. Ideal for filter brewing, this is one for those who appreciate \u003cstrong data-start=\"2597\" data-end=\"2634\"\u003evibrancy and nuance over boldness\u003c\/strong\u003e — a thoughtful, refined cup that rewards your attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWhat is the roast recency?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eIlse doesn't advertise a roast preference to Filter or Espresso, instead they are roasted for the best amongst both - often called Omniroast. That being said, Ilse typically roast light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend brewing with beans that are \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eat least two weeks off roast\u003c\/span\u003e. All beans are roasted to peak flavour at around 8-12 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). 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ilse Coffee","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57182440685942,"sku":"ISLE-JOSEPEPE-MEJORADO","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0529\/9152\/5021\/files\/b517b666aee08d840ab3f1adca488f5a.webp?v=1769877840","url":"https:\/\/sigmacoffee.co.uk\/products\/ilse-jose-pepe-jijon-mejorado-ecuador","provider":"Sigma Coffee UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}