BRAZIL SANTOS AQUARELA FILTER

Brazilian Specialty Coffee with Heart and Heritage

Santos Aquarela is more than just a coffee—it’s a vibrant reflection of Brazil’s rich coffee-growing culture and the dedication of the people who cultivate it. This specialty lot comes to life through the expertise of Exportadora Atlântica, a respected coffee exporter based in Belo Horizonte, the heart of Minas Gerais—one of Brazil’s most iconic coffee regions.

For over a decade, Atlântica has been at the forefront of Brazil’s specialty coffee movement. The company has built its reputation by forming close, long-term relationships with local farms and cooperatives, particularly across Minas Gerais and the Cerrado Mineiro region. These high-quality origins are known for producing coffees with sweet, nutty profiles, low acidity, and a smooth, full body—the quintessential hallmarks of a great Brazilian cup.

What sets Santos Aquarela apart is not just its taste, but the careful attention to every stage of production. From harvest to export, the coffee is subject to rigorous quality control, with Atlântica’s team monitoring each processing step to ensure consistency, cleanliness, and full traceability. This hands-on approach means that every bag of Santos Aquarela represents not just a product, but a promise: a coffee crafted with intention, rooted in transparency, and driven by sustainability.

The name "Aquarela"—Portuguese for “watercolor painting”—evokes the colorful diversity of Brazilian terroir and the delicate balance of flavor in each cup. Just like brushstrokes on a canvas, the elements of chocolate, roasted nuts, and gentle brown sugar sweetness come together in harmony, creating a smooth, balanced brew that’s both comforting and refined.

Santos Aquarela is a testament to Brazil’s unique place in the specialty coffee world—a country where tradition and innovation coexist, and where passionate producers work tirelessly to bring out the best in every bean. Whether you’re enjoying it as a morning pour-over, a classic espresso, or a batch brew in your café, this coffee invites you to slow down and appreciate the craftsmanship in every sip.

Typica, Bourbon & Caturra

The Santos Aquarela coffee is composed of a thoughtfully balanced blend of Typica, Bourbon, and Caturra—three of the most historically significant and flavorful Arabica varieties. These varieties are grown across the fertile highlands of Minas Gerais and Cerrado Mineiro, where ideal climate conditions and rich soil allow each to thrive.

Typica, one of the oldest Arabica lineages, contributes a delicate sweetness and refined acidity, offering a clean, elegant base. Bourbon, known for its natural sweetness and smooth mouthfeel, adds depth with subtle caramel and nutty tones. Caturra, a natural mutation of Bourbon, brings balanced structure, compact fruitiness, and higher productivity, making it both farmer- and roaster-friendly.

Together, these varieties create a harmonious cup profile that captures the essence of Brazilian specialty coffee—chocolatey, sweet, round-bodied, and easy to enjoy across multiple brew methods. This blend of traditional cultivars not only delivers flavor complexity but also reflects the legacy and adaptability of Brazil’s coffee-growing culture.

Natural Processing in Minas Gerais & Cerrado – Tradition Meets Precision

In the sun-drenched landscapes of Minas Gerais and Cerrado Mineiro, natural processing remains a time-honored method that highlights the full-bodied richness and inherent sweetness of Brazilian coffee. This single origin specialty coffee undergoes a carefully managed natural (dry) process, where the cherries are dried whole on patios or raised beds under the region’s consistent, dry climate. This slow, controlled drying allows the fruit's sugars to infuse into the bean, resulting in a cup profile that is sweet, full-bodied, and bursting with notes of chocolate, nuts, and dried fruit.

At Exportadora Atlântica, quality control is paramount. Every stage of the post-harvest process—from cherry selection to drying and storage—is closely monitored and documented, ensuring clean, consistent results and full traceability back to the farm or cooperative. This dedication to excellence guarantees that each lot meets strict specialty coffee standards, delivering not only on flavor but also on sustainability and transparency.

Natural processing from this region brings out the best of Brazilian single origin coffee—a balance of tradition, innovation, and exceptional cup quality that’s trusted by roasters and loved by coffee drinkers worldwide.