BRAZIL CARMO DE ARCO

Nestled in the coffee-rich landscapes of Três Pontas, the Cocatrel Cooperative has been shaping Brazil’s coffee scene since 1961. Today, it stands as the country’s second-largest cooperative, uniting over 6,000 producers across 11 buying stations. With cutting-edge traceability, each coffee delivery is tagged with a unique QR code, ensuring farmers can track their beans with precision. Notably, more than half of Cocatrel’s members cultivate coffee on small farms under 10 hectares, emphasizing a commitment to small-scale producers.

One of Cocatrel’s standout offerings is Caixa de Frutas—meaning "Box of Fruits"—a carefully curated blend sourced primarily from Carmo de Cachoeira. Selected by the Cocatrel Direct Lab for its vibrant red fruit notes and creamy milk chocolate finish, every batch must achieve a clean, high-scoring profile of 83+ on the cupping scale.

What sets this coffee apart is its unique drying process. Instead of traditional patio drying, the cherries are placed in static boxes—1-meter-deep containers holding up to 15,000 liters of fruit. These innovative boxes circulate air from below, ensuring a controlled drying environment with temperatures never exceeding 40°C. Unlike conventional methods, the coffee remains untouched throughout drying, enhancing its fruit-forward character. After a 1-2 week resting period, the beans are milled, unlocking a distinctly vibrant and expressive profile—pushing Brazilian coffee beyond its classic natural flavors.