Brazil - Daterra Masterpieces - BV 19 - Laurina

About This Coffee

Daterra BV 19 Laurina is a rare microlot from Patrocínio in the Cerrado region of Minas Gerais, Brazil, grown at 1200 meters altitude. This Laurina varietal is known for its naturally low caffeine content compared to other Arabica varieties. The coffee is processed using anaerobic fermentation with the cherry intact for approximately 65 hours, then dried on raised beds. The cup features lemon zest and orange candy aromas, transitioning to citrus brightness with raisin and dried fruit notes, finishing with gentle brown sugar warmth. It carries an 88+ cupscore as part of Daterra's Masterpieces collection.

Origin

Cerrado (Brazil)

Flavor Notes

Citrus Fruit, Raisin, Dried Fruit, Brown Sugar, Lemon Zest, Orange Candy

Roast Level

—

Processing

Anaerobic Fermentation (Natural)

Typology

Arabica

Laurina

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Wes Ngopi

Wes Ngopi takes its name from a Javanese greeting that translates to "Have you had your coffee?", reflecting its roots in the social ritual of sharing a cup. Based in Shah Alam, the roastery specializes in specialty grade single origin coffees roasted to order for home brewing enthusiasts. Bean selection is guided by ratings from CoffeeReview and independent research through traders such as Royal Coffee, Nordic Approach, and Olam, alongside direct trade relationships with farms like Java Frinsa Estate in Indonesia. The roastery emphasizes technical precision, modulating drum speed, fan adjustments, and firing pressure to achieve a smooth declining rate of rise for optimal flavor development. Wes Ngopi occupies a focused niche in Malaysia's specialty scene, prioritizing quality sourcing and meticulous roasting for the home consumer.

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