From our innovative friends at Daterra in Brazil, the finest methods are perfectly combined with the richness of Brazilian terroir. Daterra coffees always offer something a little different: before harvest, Sundrop was dried on the tree, delivering smooth sweetness and defined texture. With notes of stone fruit and jasmine, Sundrop offers delicate character that is rare in Brazillian coffee.
In the cup, Sundrop delivers a velvety mouthfeel that fills the palate with the sweetness of caramel and dried fruit.
Prune and nutty praline are complemented by floral notes of orange blossom and jasmine.
The Farm
Daterra are pioneers in their field: committed to pushing the boundaries in coffee production, with a dedicated approach to both quality and sustainability.
They were the first Rainforest Alliance certified coffee farm in Brazil and together we have embarked on a Tree Planting programme to help mitigate the effects of climate change. Today, Daterra is officially climate positive and continues to experiment in both farming and processing.
We have long featured their masterpiece lots in our low-caffeine program, and are excited to once again showcase this beautiful Yellow Bourbon in our filter collection.
The Process
Always looking to innovate, for this coffee Daterra uses an adaptation of the natural processing method that makes use of the dry season in Brazil. This lot undergoes a unique process, which begins at the peak of the season when the cherries are full of honey-like moisture.
Rather than immediately harvesting mature cherries, cherries are dried while still attached to the branch. Dry conditions at the time of harvest mean that fungus or other defects can be avoided. This multi-stage processing is typical of the care Daterra takes at every step of production and the result is an elegant and sweet coffee with low acidity.