Castelhana – Brazil

ORIGIN

Coffee production in Brazil is responsible for more than one third of all if coffee cultivated-worldwide. The country produces a staggering amount, approximately 60 million (60kgs) annually, and more than five million people are directly employed in the cultivation, harvesting or processing of the country in the country. Brazil has more than two million hectares of coffee plantation. The majority of these crops are grown at low altitudes and are cultivated in open ground and exposed to the sun. Thanks to the country’s tropical climate, year-round sunshine, and regular rainfall, high-quality Arabica and Robusta coffee can be grown in the coffee growing regions in the country.

PRODUCER

This coffee is a regional blend of the classic Bourbon variety that has been grown an altitude of approximately 1100masl by various coffee producers in the southeast Cerrado Mineiro region of the country.  Coffee harvesting is done manually or mechanically, depending on the farm’s size. Once the cherry harvest is complete, the cherries are passed through a tank to be washed and removed from leaves, branches, and other debris. Some farms then perform a second manual selection of the best cherries; they remove the seeds that are not fully ripe or that do not meet quality standards. An important aspect of Brazilian coffee processing is that most farms dry their coffee naturally in the sun. This is thanks to the country’s favourable climatic conditions, which allow for outdoor drying on large patios before being sent to the dry miller who readies the coffee for export.

ROAST
Sourced through our friends at Xioxios Specialty, we love this classic expression of a Brazilian natural cup profile. Gently developed in the roast for espresso; we love the balanced acidity, smooth chocolatey body and caramel sweetness. There is a hint of nuts and red berries in the long finish. Perfect for a range of brew methods.