Exploring the Hidden Sustainable Benefits of Specialty Coffee

This challenge explores the sustainable and social benefits of specialty coffee, from micro-lot farming to community initiatives, highlighting its impact on the environment and livelihoods.

Inka Gold Coffee – Sustainability in Action

Inka Gold Coffee, based in Cusco, Peru, is proud to produce specialty coffee that embodies the highest standards of quality while championing sustainability and community development. Our family farm, La Finca Quispe, has passed down traditional coffee-growing methods through generations, focusing on micro-lot production to deliver high-quality coffee grown using shade-grown and organic practices.

Inka Gold Coffee - Taste the riches of Peru

Commitment to Environmental Stewardship

We are deeply committed to protecting Peru’s rich ecosystems. Our sustainable practices include water conservation techniques and biodiversity preservation, ensuring that our coffee production has a minimal environmental impact. This approach reflects our dedication to responsible farming and our respect for the natural environment that sustains us.

Supporting and Empowering Local Communities

Our mission extends beyond farming. We invest in community development by providing fair wages to local farmers and reinvesting profits into essential projects such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure. By empowering women with equal pay and leadership roles, we foster inclusivity and contribute to the economic growth of our farming community.

Transparency Through Blockchain Technology

To enhance transparency and consumer trust, Inka Gold Coffee has partnered with VeChain, utilizing blockchain technology to trace each coffee bean from farm to cup. This innovative approach allows consumers to verify our coffee’s journey, promoting trust in our sustainable practices and showcasing our commitment to quality.

Bringing Peruvian Excellence to the World

Yaquelin Quispe, one of the founders of Inka Gold Coffee, proudly brings the flavors of her homeland to European markets. With full control over our production—from growing and harvesting to processing and distribution—Inka Gold Coffee sets new standards in sustainable coffee production, driving positive change for the environment and local communities alike.