Rafael Vinhal, Triple Ferment Washed

Lemongrass, peach & jasmine honeysuckle.

An outstanding coffee that is the culmination of famous terroir, experimental processing and meticulous care. Located in the northwest of Minas Gerais State, the Cerrado Mineiro region in Brazil is a world-renowned coffee-producing region. Next to producing acclaimed flavours and unique aromas, the farms of Rafael Vinhal are the epitome of ethical coffee production. The Vinhal farms are certified by Rainforest Alliance, 4C (Common Code for the Coffee Community) and Certifica Minas. Obsessed with finding the perfect balance of experimentation and quality, Rafael and his team have worked tirelessly to refine their varietal and process combinations from more than 300 micro-lots to the handful of sensational lots you’re tasting today. Taste the result of hard work and ethics in a spectacular union of lemongrass, peach and jasmine honeysuckle.

--- Suggested Recipe ~~~ In: 22g Out: 44g Time: 28sec Temp: 94.5°C ===

This washed coffee from Rafael Vinhal in Cerrado Mineiro showcases the region's capacity for refined, floral-forward expressions. Five Senses has roasted this lot to emphasize delicate aromatics—lemongrass and jasmine lead, supported by stone fruit warmth and honeysuckle sweetness. The washed processing method typically allows cleaner acidity and brighter flavor clarity compared to natural or pulped-natural approaches, which here manifests as crisp citrus notes alongside the coffee's honeyed character. This profile suggests a coffee suited to filter brewing, where its aromatic complexity can fully develop.