Espigão – Brazil
The O’Melos are new friends of ours on the cutting edge of specialty production. Using regenerative agriculture and modern technology, they produce exceptional and often exotic lots while following the highest standards of sustainability. This Catuai 2SL underwent a long, closely monitored 96-hour fermentation process. Paired with Cerrado's tropical savanna conditions, the result is a coffee with a pronounced wine-like flavour and surprising fruitiness.
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Espigão – Brazil
300g / Whole bean
Wagstaff Warehouse
50 Wagstaff Drive
Toronto ON M4L 3W9
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Varietal
Catucai 2SL
Process
Pulped Natural
Altitude
980 -1130m
Origin
Cerrado Mineiro, Brazil
People & Place
Gil César de Melo, Espigão
Espigão do Palmitão is one of three small fazendas led by Gil César de Melo, his wife Luciana, and sons Edu and Hugo. The family aims to produce exceptional coffee while committing to social and environmental responsibility. This last point is significant to the family, and it is evident in their efforts to obtain Carbon Neutral Certification, regenerative agriculture, and implementing modern technology.
The Land
Cerrado Mineiro, Minas Gerais
Located in the heart of Brazil, the Cerrado region is the newest of three major coffee-growing areas and has built an impressive reputation over the last few decades. It is characterized by its tropical savanna climate and well-defined dry and wet seasons, which contribute to the development of coffee beans with distinct and desirable flavour profiles.
Brew Methods & Recommendations
Drip
Flavours of brown sugar and mulberries. Low acidity, medium sweetness and full body.
Brewer: V60
Ratio: 1:16
Coffee: 20g
Water: 320ml
Brew Time: 3:15 mins
Rest Period: 7 days
Espresso
Flavours of caramel and toasted pecan. Medium-low acidity, medium-high sweetness and buttery body.
Ratio: 1:2.1
Coffee: 18g
Water: 38ml
Brew Time: 27s
Rest Period: 7 days
Immersion
Flavours of chocolate covered hazelnut and apricot. Low acidity, high sweetness and creamy body.
Brewer: AeroPress
Ratio: 1:16.1
Coffee: 15.5g
Water: 250ml
Brew Time: 4 mins
Rest Period: 7 days