Brazil Semi-Washed Bourbon Coffee Region Introduction How to Brew Brazilian Coffee

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Brazil's terrain is generally flat, with most coffee farms situated at altitudes between 600-1000 meters. The landscape lacks microclimates and tends to be monotonous. Combined with the common practice of shade-free cultivation methods, Brazil has developed its unique soft bean flavor profile—low acidity, prominent nutty notes, chocolate sweetness with excellent body, though with slight woody and earthy undertones, while floral and citrus notes are not pronounced.

The state of Minas Gerais is located in the heartland of the Brazilian plateau in southeastern South America, producing more than half of Brazil's high-quality Arabica coffee.

The Santo Antônio do Amparo region, which recently won the 2016 Brazil Cup of Excellence award, belongs to the core producing area of South Minas near the headquarters of the Brazilian Specialty Coffee Association (BSCA).

Hand Pour Brewing Method

For hand-pour brewing: 15g coffee grounds, medium grind (Fuji grinder setting 4), V60 dripper, water temperature 88-89°C. First pour 30g of water and let bloom for 27 seconds. Then pour to 105g and pause. Wait until the water level drops to halfway before continuing the pour. Slowly pour until reaching 225g total. Avoid the final tail section. Water-to-coffee ratio is 1:15, with total extraction time of 2:00.

Variety Information

Variety: Bourbon-related | Origin: Bourbon Island or Ethiopia | Optimal Growth: 800 meters and above | Type: Heirloom variety | Commonly Found: Various coffee-growing regions worldwide | Main Colors: Red, yellow, and orange, but primarily red | Bean Size: Medium | Leaf Characteristics: Broad and short | Special Notes: Premium quality potential

The Bourbon variety originates from Bourbon Island or Ethiopia. It is susceptible to pests and diseases and has relatively low yields. Some data suggests that Yellow Bourbon has higher yields than Red and Orange Bourbon, but Red Bourbon remains the most common variety. Bourbon has close genetic relationships with SL28, Typica, and Catuai. Because it produces lower yields in suitable environments, it often results in very high cup quality (evidence shows that lower yields often lead to higher quality, as plants can more effectively absorb soil nutrients).

The typical cup characteristics of Bourbon include low body, balanced flavor, and noticeable sweetness, making it an excellent base bean for espresso blends.

Catuai is a coffee variety developed through artificial hybridization of Caturra and Mundo Novo. Catuai has good resistance to natural disasters, particularly wind and rain.

Catuai trees are relatively dwarf compared to other coffee trees. The fruit of Catuai grows more compactly and is harder to pick. The fruit comes in both red and yellow varieties. To date, no significant taste difference has been found between yellow and red fruit. In fact, some cupping tests have revealed that while coffee processed from yellow fruit may have good acidity, the cup clarity is often inferior to that of red fruit.

Catuai was developed in Brazil and is now widely cultivated throughout Central America as well.

Product Information

Manufacturer: Dazhen Coffee FrontStreet Coffee
Address: No. 10, Bao'an Front Street, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou
Contact: 020-38364473
Shelf Life: 30 days
Net Weight: 227g
Packaging: Bulk
Taste Profile: Sweet coffee beans
Roast Level: Roasted coffee beans
Sugar Content: Sugar-free
Origin: Brazil
Coffee Type: Bourbon coffee
Roast Degree: Medium roast

Coffee Details

Country: Brazil

Grade: SC14/SC16

Region: South Minas

Roast Level: Medium roast

Processing Method: Pulped natural

Varieties: Bourbon, Catuai

Altitude: 1000-1200 meters

Flavor Notes: Roasted melon seeds, rich and full-bodied, dark chocolate, sweet aftertaste with lingering finish.

However, the Cerrado plateau in western Minas and South Minas have altitudes mostly above 1100 meters, with diverse landscapes, distinct wet and dry seasons, significant temperature variations between day and night, and abundant microclimates. These conditions are ideal for cultivating elegant Bourbon and Yellow Bourbon varieties, naturally making them Brazil's main specialty coffee producing regions. Additionally, the Mogiana region in northeastern São Paulo province also primarily focuses on shade-grown Bourbon, ranking alongside Cerrado and South Minas as Brazil's three major specialty producing regions.

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