TYKYRA (250g)

Terroir: Cerrado Region, 1100 metres above sea level

Farm: Paraiso, DBarbosa family

Drying process: sundried

This fermented coffee is cultivated in the picturesque Cerrado Mineiro region, which boasts a century-long tradition of producing high-quality coffees with a highly differentiated sensory profile. In this region, the combination of soil, topography, and climate is ideal for coffee production. The well-defined seasons create an environment perfect for cultivating outstanding coffees.

The Red Catuaí, a varietal developed through artificial crossbreeding between two varieties of Coffea arabica, undergoes a natural process that is widely practised in the region. In our hands, it showcases a distinctive nutty and chocolate flavour with a smooth citrusy profile.

This Red Catuaí is grown by a family-owned coffee producer rooted in a tradition that began in 1930. Today, under the leadership of Danilo Barbosa and his sons, the fourth and fifth generations carry on the legacy of producing exceptional coffee. More than a business, DBarbosa is a community-driven endeavour built on respect, cooperation, and shared dedication, including employees who have worked with the family for decades. Inspired by a love for coffee and its ability to connect people, the family blends tradition and technology to craft high-quality coffee. Their philosophy extends beyond the cup, aiming to uplift lives, create jobs, and support their community.

DBarbosa Coffee focuses on cultivating coffee varietals that thrive in their environment, such as Red and Yellow Catuaí, Icatu, Mundo Novo, Acauã, and Caturra. By combining tradition and innovation, they employ natural, pulped natural, and experimental Honey processing methods to craft speciality coffees. Committed to environmental and social responsibility, they work to minimise their ecological impact, earning Rainforest Alliance certification. Through direct export from their Cachoeira farm, DBarbosa prioritises transparent and ethical trade while fostering genuine connections with customers and collaborators.

To uncover the optimal flavour profile of Red Catuai and savour its notes, we recommend exploring the following brewing methods