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Julio Arotaype

Julio Cesar Arotaype Huayllas is a coffee producer based in the La Convención region of Cusco, Peru. He operates the farm Sol Naciente, where he focuses on artisanal cultivation practices and has implemented reforestation efforts to address soil erosion. Arotaype gained recognition in the specialty coffee industry for his high-altitude production, notably placing 11th in the 2023 Peru Cup of Excellence. While his crops were previously identified as Gesha, recent genetic analysis has clarified that he cultivates the rare SL9 variety.

Farm: Sol Naciente →
TagsJulio ArotaypeSol NacientePeruSL9

History

Julio Arotaype has established himself as a notable producer in the Cusco region, with his coffee being featured by specialty roasters. His work at Sol Naciente has been recognized in national coffee competitions, specifically within the Cup of Excellence program.

Published coffees linked to Julio Arotaype

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Research sources & verification

These source links were recorded for this producer profile. They provide a way to check the documented claims; the links do not independently establish each person's identity, current farm relationship or coffee lot.

Research last reviewed: 2026-10-08

  1. Source 1: seycoffee.com
  2. Source 2: allianceforcoffeeexcellence.org
  3. Source 3: georgehowellcoffee.com
  4. Source 4: allianceforcoffeeexcellence.org
  5. Source 5: wonderstate.com

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