Paraiso

The Paraiso offering represents a singular expression of Brazilian innovation from Fazenda Toca da Raposa, nestled in the heart of Cerrado Mineiro. This farm sits at the remarkable convergence point where Atlantic Forest rains meet Cerrado's mineral-rich volcanic soils, creating growing conditions found nowhere else in Brazil. At 1,200 meters elevation, cool nights drop to 10°C while the distinctive "Terra Roxa" (red earth) delivers the acidity that defines Designation of Origin Cerrado Mineiro coffee. The cultivation of the Paraiso MG2 variety represents modern Brazilian coffee innovation at its finest. Developed by the Federal University of Viçosa through meticulous crossbreeding of Catuaí Amarelo and Timor Hybrid, this rust-resistant variety delivers exceptional cup quality while ensuring farm sustainability. The 16+ screen size beans reflect careful sorting and selection, ensuring only the most developed cherries make it to your cup. Toca da Raposa's commitment to quality earned this lot an impressive 86-87 point score, placing it firmly in specialty coffee territory. This achievement represents the convergence of ideal terroir, innovative genetics, and masterful processing—a coffee that showcases why Cerrado Mineiro was Brazil's first region to receive protected Designation of Origin status. The natural process unfolds across fifteen sun-drenched days on raised drying beds, where hand-selected cherries are meticulously turned every few hours. This extended contact between fruit and seed develops the molasses depth and honeyed sweetness that define this lot, while the Cerrado's low humidity and consistent sunshine create ideal conditions for clean fermentation. The farm's vertically integrated operation ensures complete traceability from selective harvesting through final sorting. Advanced color sorting and density separation technology, combined with traditional hand-sorting methods, guarantees uniformity in every batch. The 16+ screen size designation indicates larger, more developed beans that contribute to the coffee's characteristic full body and creamy mouthfeel. Following natural drying, the coffee undergoes controlled resting to stabilize moisture content between 11-12%, optimal for preserving the delicate floral aromatics while building body and sweetness. Rainforest Alliance and UTZ certifications reflect sustainable practices protecting the Atlantic Forest convergence zone this unique farm calls home. This harvest presents rich and velvety layers of dark chocolate and molasses, elevated by natural honey sweetness and a remarkably creamy, full body. As the cup develops, delicate floral notes emerge—hints of jasmine and orange blossom that speak to the Paraiso variety's distinctive genetic profile and the natural processing's gentle fruit contact. The natural process and Cerrado's volcanic minerality create a cup of exceptional balance—low-to-medium acidity wrapped in silky texture, perfect as both morning filter coffee and afternoon espresso. The 16+ screen size contributes to exceptional mouthfeel and extraction consistency, while meticulous roasting to Full City (medium) preserves the floral elegance while fully developing the chocolate and molasses foundations. The finish carries smooth brown sugar and caramel complexity, with lingering sweetness that extends well beyond the final sip—a testament to both the Paraiso variety's inherent quality and the natural processing's sugar development. Paraiso represents more than exceptional coffee—each bag connects you to the innovative spirit of Brazilian specialty coffee, where traditional terroir meets modern agricultural science. From the Paraiso MG2 variety's disease-resistant genetics to the Cerrado Mineiro's protected origin status, this is coffee that showcases Brazil's evolution from commodity producer to specialty powerhouse. Fazenda Toca da Raposa's commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation delivers a cup worthy of its 86-87 point score and its place in your daily ritual.