Autumn rolls around and the harvest finishes in Brazil, and attention turns more strongly to the new crop arrival in the UK and EU. Yet, you haven’t bought your choices, and Brazil makes up a core part of your offer list. If everything seems to be out of stock right now, does that mean it’s too late to get what you want?
No, it’s not too late, but time is moving fast if you want the best choices. Rain is delaying the crop and a container shortage at the port has introduced delays – leading to a short-term squeeze on spot offers, so the fresh landings are likely to be in and out very quickly. Buying forward, especially for such a key crop as Brazil is always recommended, but the market for those that like to cup the landed samples first is a recognised one. You may not be able to get everything you want, especially if it’s the latest varietal or highly specialised processing, but options will be available and are incoming!
First things first, speak to your trader. They have the full picture, so coming with a clear list of your needs will help them to narrow down the field to begin with. Then, be clear of when you want it. Traders know what’s scheduled for when and can guide you towards what your best options are.
Our blends are a consistent, year-round choice. We have Vinte from 20 smallholder farms in Nova Resende to give a great price point whilst maintaining quality, traceability and availability. Amarelo from Mantiquiera celebrates the regions Denomination of Origin defining characteristic, the yellow cherry, with the Vermelha offering counterpoint as the red, with the ever-popular Acaia varietal. Anil, meaning indigo, comes from the highest area in the region and links back to its history growing indigo.
Single farm lots allow you to dig a bit deeper – from last year’s Cup of Excellence first place Fazenda Aracacu in Tres Pontas, with 2024 World Cup tasting champion Dionatan Almeida looking after the quality, to the equally well Cup of Excellence awarded Sitio Da Torre, or the highest scoring cup of excellence coffee of all time, Baixadao. Of course, Daterra is available again too, with a great selection of coffees from their mise-en-place approach to consistency. The fruitier Stardust or more chocolatey Grutta, and the Masterpieces auction expected to appear in November as usual too with precise dates yet to be confirmed.
If you like to try something new, then Sitio Divisia and Sitio Buscape will also be representing Nova Resende and Campestre regions, though with very limited amounts here you can expect these to go fast!
Rows of trees at Daterra, Brazil.
