Equator Jaguar Espresso vs Equator Peru Chirinos
The verdict
Equator Jaguar Espresso and Equator Peru Chirinos score the same, 8.7 out of 10, so the choice is what each is better at rather than which is better.
Equator Jaguar Espresso costs $1.5 less.
Who each one suits
Equator Jaguar Espresso
A dark, sweet espresso that holds up in milk, with organic and Fair Trade certificates behind it
Scores higher on value per kilo.
Equator Peru Chirinos
A Regenerative Organic Certified single origin from a named Peruvian co-op, roasted to order
Scores higher on sourcing transparency & ethics.
How they score, criterion by criterion
Both are scored the same way against the rest of their category, from what their makers publish. The weight is how much each criterion moves the total. How the score works
| Criterion | Weight in category | Equator Jaguar Espresso | Equator Peru Chirinos |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freshness & Roast Date Transparency | 20% | 10.0 | 10.0 |
| Sourcing Transparency & Ethics | 16% | 7.1 | 7.9 |
| Value Per Kilo | 14% | 8.7 | 8.3 |
| Packaging & Freshness Retention | 10% | 8.0 | 8.0 |
What each one costs
| Price | $19.50 | $21.00 |
| Cost per kg The figure that decides what the choice costs over a year, not on the day. | $45.86/kg | $49.38/kg |
Where they differ
Every specification the two makers publish differently. Everything they match on is in the full table below.
| Equator Jaguar Espresso | Equator Peru Chirinos | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $19.50 | $21.00 |
| Best for | A dark, sweet espresso that holds up in milk, with organic and Fair Trade certificates behind it | A Regenerative Organic Certified single origin from a named Peruvian co-op, roasted to order |
| Altitude | 1219-1798 m | 1311-1981 m |
| Altitude Note | Published per component in feet; converted. See the blend components. | Published as 4,300-6,500 feet; converted. |
| Blend Style | Espresso blend | — |
| Certifications | USDA Organic, Fair Trade, B Corp roaster | Regenerative Organic Certified, B Corp roaster |
| Farm Note | Named: COMUCAP (women-led cooperative), APROCOMSA, PT. Ihtiyeri Keti Ara | La Prosperidad de Chirinos, a cooperative founded in 1968 in San Ignacio, Cajamarca, with 700 producers; the first in Peru to earn Regenerative Organic Certified status. |
| Origin | Honduras, Indonesia | Peru |
| Price per kg | 45.86 USD | 49.38 USD |
| Processing Method | Natural, Washed, Wet hulled | Washed |
| Producer Relationship Note | — | Equator says it is in its eighth year buying from the cooperative. |
| Region | — | Cajamarca |
| Roast Level | Dark | Medium-light |
| Roasted to Order | ✓ | — |
| Origin structure | Blend | Single origin |
| Tasting Notes | Bittersweet chocolate, baking spices, apricot, hazelnut | Hazelnut spread, fig, Asian pear |
| Varietals | Bourbon, Catimor, Catuai, Caturra, Ihcafe 90, Lempira, Pacas, Typica | Bourbon, Caturra, Typica |
Pros and cons
From each full review, written from the same published facts as the scores above.
Equator Jaguar Espresso
- +USDA Organic and Fair Trade, both printed on the bag.
- +Every component named, down to the co-op, varieties and altitude.
- +Designed to be sweet on its own and strong enough for milk drinks.
- +Sold whole bean or ground for espresso, drip or French press.
- −No roast date published on the bag.
- −$57.32 a kilo in the 12 oz bag, dearer than Intelligentsia's organic espresso.
- −A dark roast will be too roasty for somebody who drinks espresso black and light.
Equator Peru Chirinos
- +Regenerative Organic Certified, a stricter standard than organic alone.
- +A named cooperative, with its region, varieties and altitude published.
- +Roasted to order, with a ROASTED ON date on the bag.
- +Equator says it has bought from this co-op for eight years.
- −$21 for 12 oz is $61.76 a kilo; the 5 lb bag is the value buy.
- −Ships within the US only.
- −A seasonal single origin, so it may not be on sale all year.
Every specification, side by side
| Equator Jaguar Espresso | Equator Peru Chirinos | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Price | $19.50 | $21.00 |
| Who it suits | ||
| Best for | A dark, sweet espresso that holds up in milk, with organic and Fair Trade certificates behind it | A Regenerative Organic Certified single origin from a named Peruvian co-op, roasted to order |
| Specifications | ||
| Altitude | 1219-1798 m | 1311-1981 m |
| Altitude Note | Published per component in feet; converted. See the blend components. | Published as 4,300-6,500 feet; converted. |
| Bag Sizes | 340 g (12 oz), 907 g (2 lb), 2.27 kg (5 lb) | 340 g (12 oz), 907 g (2 lb), 2.27 kg (5 lb) |
| Blend Style | Espresso blend | — |
| Certifications | USDA Organic, Fair Trade, B Corp roaster | Regenerative Organic Certified, B Corp roaster |
| Direct Trade | ✕ | ✕ |
| Farm Note | Named: COMUCAP (women-led cooperative), APROCOMSA, PT. Ihtiyeri Keti Ara | La Prosperidad de Chirinos, a cooperative founded in 1968 in San Ignacio, Cajamarca, with 700 producers; the first in Peru to earn Regenerative Organic Certified status. |
| Farm or Cooperative Named | ✓ | ✓ |
| Flavoured | Not flavoured | Not flavoured |
| Grind Options | Whole bean, Coarse (French press), Medium (Drip / pour over), Espresso | Whole bean, Coarse (French press), Medium (Drip / pour over), Espresso |
| Origin | Honduras, Indonesia | Peru |
| Price per kg | 45.86 USD | 49.38 USD |
| Processing Method | Natural, Washed, Wet hulled | Washed |
| Producer Relationship Note | — | Equator says it is in its eighth year buying from the cooperative. |
| Region | — | Cajamarca |
| Roast Date Note | Equator: "Always look for a ROASTED ON date on the bottom of our bags". | Equator: "Always look for a ROASTED ON date on the bottom of our bags". |
| Roast Date Printed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Roast Level | Dark | Medium-light |
| Roast Schedule | Roasted to order Monday to Friday; orders ship from the roastery in 1-2 business days | Roasted to order Monday to Friday; orders ship from the roastery in 1-2 business days |
| Roast to Order | ✓ | ✓ |
| Roasted to Order | ✓ | — |
| Roaster Country | United States | United States |
| Roaster Country Code | US | US |
| Roaster Named | Equator Coffees | Equator Coffees |
| Seasonal | Year round | Year round |
| Ships Note Cost | Free on orders of $50 or more; rates vary under that. | Free on orders of $50 or more; rates vary under that. |
| Ships to | US | US |
| Ships Within Days of Roast | 2 | 2 |
| Origin structure | Blend | Single origin |
| Subscription Available | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tasting Notes | Bittersweet chocolate, baking spices, apricot, hazelnut | Hazelnut spread, fig, Asian pear |
| Tasting Notes Note | Equator's Tasting Notes on the product page. | Equator's Tasting Notes on the product page. |
| Varietals | Bourbon, Catimor, Catuai, Caturra, Ihcafe 90, Lempira, Pacas, Typica | Bourbon, Caturra, Typica |
| Whole Bean or Ground | Whole bean, Ground | Whole bean, Ground |
Equator Jaguar Espresso vs Equator Peru Chirinos: common questions
Which is better, Equator Jaguar Espresso or Equator Peru Chirinos?
Both score 8.7 out of 10 on the specifications their makers publish, so neither is ahead overall. Equator Jaguar Espresso leads on value per kilo, and Equator Peru Chirinos on sourcing transparency & ethics.
Is Equator Jaguar Espresso or Equator Peru Chirinos cheaper?
Equator Jaguar Espresso starts at $19.50, and Equator Peru Chirinos at $21.00. Per kg they work out at $45.86/kg and $49.38/kg.
Who is Equator Jaguar Espresso for?
A dark, sweet espresso that holds up in milk, with organic and Fair Trade certificates behind it
Who is Equator Peru Chirinos for?
A Regenerative Organic Certified single origin from a named Peruvian co-op, roasted to order