Espírito Santo, Brazil 🇧🇷 ⁠ The Montanhas do Espírito Santo coffee growing region lies in the western highlands of the state of Espírito Santo. Coffee farms here are distinct from those in the rest of Brazil in several ways. The farms are typically small and family-owned, situated on steep mountain slopes—more akin to the production landscapes seen in other parts of South America. Coffees from Espírito Santo tend to have higher acidity and more distinct fresh fruit notes than many other Brazilian coffees. A good example is the washed Catuaí lot from José Romão, with a crisp character of peach iced tea.⁠ ⁠ Each of our sourcing trips has provided an opportunity to reconnect at the origin of our coffees and to gain a deeper understanding of the work that shapes each of the cups we serve.⁠ ⁠ Photos: @pawgissel