Carefully Selected Varieties
The first coffee tree was planted in Brazil in 1727, with seeds from neighboring French Guiana. Today, Brazil is the world's largest coffee producer. Brazilian coffee is characterized by balance, low acidity, "round" body, and sweet-bitter aromas. The main flavor notes that usually stand out are chocolate and nuts. Due to its balanced character, it is an ideal base for blends, as it can be combined with the fruity and adventurous coffees of Central America with excellent results as well as with the lively coffees of Africa and the earthy coffees of Asia.
The introduction of the first coffee trees in Colombia took place in the early 19th century, at the initiative of a missionary. Colombian coffee represents 10% of global coffee production. It is a coffee that, according to reviews, has a "medium body," rich flavor, and acidity. Due to the elevations in Colombia, opportunities are offered for Colombian Strictly High Grow coffees. Sweet chocolate flavors are very prominent in most blends, with fruity notes that touch caramel, apple, and red fruits. Colombian aromas are strong and leave a pleasant aftertaste.
The "first" coffee came to Honduras from the Caribbean. The oldest coffee plantations in the country date back to the early 19th century. Honduran coffee is grown in mountainside "fincas", at 1400 to 1700 meters above sea level. It is a balanced coffee with soft and moderate acidity, full body and sweet characteristics. Its flavor profile is characterized by notes of nuts, caramel, chocolate, cocoa and citrus fruits.