Colonna Solo Whole Bean Coffee — Peru San Ignacio — Espresso 250g

Colonna Solo Peru — Specialty Coffee Beans for Espresso, 250g

Colonna Solo is our signature espresso coffee: a single origin from northern Peru, selected by Colonna Coffee (UK) for its balance, sweetness, and clarity in the cup. It offers notes of toasted hazelnut, brown sugar, and milk chocolate, with delicate acidity and a medium body — perfect for lovers of smooth and accessible espresso, as well as for milk-based drinks (cappuccino, flat white, latte).

Sensory Profile

• Origin: San Ignacio, Cajamarca region, northern Peru
• Producer: COOPAFSI Cooperative (small producers committed to sustainable agriculture)
• Varieties: Arabica — Caturra, Bourbon, Typica
• Altitude: 1,600 – 1,900 m
• Process: Washed
• Tasting Notes: Brown sugar, toasted hazelnut, milk chocolate
• Acidity: Delicate, light citric
• Body: Medium, silky
• Roast Profile: Espresso (medium)
• SCA Score: 86+

Recommended Espresso Recipe

• Dose (in): 18 g
• Yield (out): 36 g (1:2 ratio)
• Extraction Time: 28–32 seconds
• Water Temperature: 93 °C
• Grind: Fine, adjusted in increments

For cappuccino or flat white, the hazelnut/chocolate profile holds up perfectly against milk. Avoid filter methods (V60, Aeropress): the roast is calibrated for espresso.

Product Details

• Format: 250g bag, degassing valve
• Type: Whole bean coffee (to be freshly ground)
• Roaster: Colonna Coffee, United Kingdom
• Official Swiss Importer: My Little Cup Switzerland
• Storage: Store away from light and humidity. Ideally consume within 6 weeks after opening.

Fast Delivery in Switzerland

Shipped from Geneva within 24–48 business hours. Available throughout Switzerland — Geneva, Vaud (Lausanne), Fribourg, Valais, Neuchâtel, Jura (Romandie), Zurich, Bern, Basel, St. Gallen (German-speaking Switzerland), Ticino (Italian-speaking Switzerland). Free delivery from 60 CHF.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Colonna Solo Peru coffee suitable for a home espresso machine?
Yes, it is one of the most forgiving espressos in our selection — ideal for specialty coffee beginners or users of manual, semi-automatic, and automatic machines (DeLonghi, Sage, Lelit, Rocket, La Marzocco Linea Mini).

Can I make a V60 or filter coffee with this coffee?
Not recommended: the roast is calibrated for espresso. For filter methods (V60, Chemex, Aeropress, French Press), choose a coffee with a filter profile.

What is the roast date?
We ship beans roasted within a maximum of 4 weeks. The roast date is printed on each bag.

Is the coffee decaffeinated?
No, this product is caffeinated. For a specialty decaf, see our Nespresso compatible Decaf Colombia Colonna capsules.

Why buy Colonna coffee in Switzerland?
Colonna Coffee is one of the most recognized roasters in the UK, founded by Brewers Cup World Champion Maxwell Colonna-Dashwood. My Little Cup is their official importer for Switzerland, guaranteeing freshness and traceability.

About My Little Cup Switzerland

My Little Cup is the official Swiss importer of Colonna Coffee specialty coffees. Based in Geneva, we select the best micro-lots from European roasters for discerning coffee lovers in French-speaking, German-speaking, and Italian-speaking Switzerland. All our coffees are rated ≥ 86 SCA (Specialty Coffee Association).