Silvia Barretto grows Yellow Bourbon in Minas Gerais, where natural processing brings out the variety's inherent sweetness and body. The extended drying time on raised beds develops deep chocolate and cocoa flavors layered with nutty undertones, resulting in a classic Brazilian cup that balances richness with clean sweetness.
Origin
Minas Gerais (Brazil)
Flavor Notes
Sugary/Sweet, Nutty/Cocoa, Chocolate
Roast Level
Medium
Processing
Natural
Typology
ArabicaYellow Bourbon
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