Brazil Castanhas - (Espresso) | Coffee Bean | Medium Roast

Origin Details

Cupping Score: 83.3
Tasting Notes: Fudge, milk chocolate, golden raisin and rounded body
Process Method: Natural
Varietal: Yellow Bourbon
Altitude: 1050 - 1100 masl
Region: Mantiqueira De Minas, Minas Gerais, Brazil

About This Coffee

Castanhas do Brasil (which means “Nuts of Brazil”) is a carefully curated blend from the Cocatrel Cooperative in Três Pontas, Minas Gerais. The cherries are sourced primarily from the Carmo de Cachoeira region in Sul de Minas, selected for their clean, sweet profile and scoring 83+ in quality evaluation.

The processing is done using static-box natural drying: cherries are dried in 1‑meter-deep ventilated boxes, with air circulating from below to ensure even drying without turning the fruit.On the fourth day of drying, the cherries are mixed to promote uniformity, then they rest for 1–2 weeks before being milled.

This method brings out a more fruit-forward sweetness than typical Brazilian naturals, while retaining a smooth, nutty body

Producer Information

José Carlos and Flavio Reis are experienced coffee producers based in Carmo de Cachoeira, Sul de Minas, Brazil. Their farms are part of the Cocatrel Cooperative, which supports smallholder farmers with technical guidance, traceability, and access to specialty coffee markets.

The Reis family carefully selects cherries for the Castanhas do Brasil blend, focusing on beans that meet the cupping team’s criteria for a sweet, creamy hazelnut-praline profile and a score of 83+. Every step of their production — from selective mechanical picking to natural drying in static boxes — is managed meticulously to ensure consistency, quality, and distinctive flavor.

Their dedication to sustainable farming and quality processing reflects a commitment to both the coffee’s character and the broader community of Sul de Minas coffee producers.

Flavor Profile

🍫 Chocolate Fudge – Deep, indulgent richness that anchors the cup
🍫 Milk Chocolate – Creamy, mellow sweetness for a soft mid-palate
🍇 Golden Raisin – Subtle dried fruit brightness with a refined finish
⚖️ Rounded Body – A well-structured mouthfeel that’s satisfying and smooth

Best Brewing Methods

☕️ Pour Over (V60 / Kalita) – highlights floral aromatics and clean acidity
🫖 Aeropress – brings out sweetness and body
🧊 Flash Brew / Iced Pour Over – refreshing with bright citrusy notes

Grind Size

Ground (Fine): Moka pot

Ground (Medium): V60 Filter, Aeropress, Chemex, drip coffee

Ground (Coarse): French Press/Cold Brew

Are your beans fresh?

We roast our coffee,

- Daily

- Guaranteed to be shipped out to you within 14 days from the roast date

- Our customers are our pride and joy, and we value you, so let us know if you have any questions.

Worried about HALAL-certified? 

Although we currently are not officially Halal-Certified, rest assured we do not add any product to our beans to make them un-halal. Our beans are all appropriately stored.