Coffee of the Month – Golden Hour Sip

We produce a brand-new coffee every month. If variety is the spice of life, this one’s for you. Our Coffee of the Month shines a light on a specific grower or community as we explore diverse coffees from around the world.

This month we head to the green hills of Sul de Minas, Brazil. The region provides ideal conditions for coffee growing and produces some of the country’s finest beans. Locally known as Vertentes, it sits on the border of two major river basins: the Grande River (to the south) and the São Francisco River (to the northeast).

Here you’ll find Fazenda Samambaia, run by farmer Henrique Dias Cambraia. He credits the farm’s success to its unique location, careful management of the plantations, strict quality control, and—most importantly—the dedication of the whole team. Henrique is committed not only to producing excellent coffee but to farming in a way that is socially responsible and environmentally sustainable.

The varietal Yellow Bourbon has plenty to offer: sweet, delicate, and complex. First recorded in Pederneiras, São Paulo in 1930, it is thought to be either a natural cross between Red and Yellow Bourbon or a mutation of the red variety.

This lot is processed using the pulped natural method. The skin is removed within 24 hours of harvest, and the beans—still coated in a sticky layer of mucilage—are dried on patios for 10–15 days until they reach the ideal 11% moisture level.

In the cup: smooth, ripe fruit notes with hints of milk chocolate and cocoa. A sweet, syrupy body and medium acidity bring balance, while flavours of apple, yellow plum, pear, and peach add brightness. The finish is rich and caramel-like, reminiscent of dulce de leche.

Fazenda Samambaia’s commitment to quality has earned it many awards, including the prestigious Cup of Excellence.