Mantiqueira Collective PB, Brazil

Gentle acidity, almond & dried fruit, rounded body

roasting notes

Peaberry (PB) lots are a roaster's dream. To dispel a common misconception - peaberry is not a coffee variety but a pleasantly surprising anomaly that occurs. They develop in a fascinating way. While most coffee cherries contain two flat-sided beans nestled together, peaberries surprise us with a single, round bean.

During the grading process, the peaberries are carefully separated using specific screen sizes. The exact percentage of peaberry coffee in each harvest can vary quite a bit. On average, they make up anywhere between 5% to 10% of the total coffee yield. Their little pearled-shape lends itself to more uniform roasts and contributes to an overall more pleasant and consistent brewing experience.

origin Information

Sourced from farmers within the Mantiqueira Collective, this coffee reflects an ongoing effort by our sourcing partners to extend their specialty program to smaller producers consistently delivering quality, even at modest scale.

Each farmer works independently, preparing lots that meet a defined quality threshold. By contributing to the collective, they gain access to more stable pricing and a reliable market - something not always guaranteed within Brazil’s smallholder landscape. This structure supports long-term relationships, allowing producers to participate in strong years and remain connected to the program when conditions are more challenging.

Processed as a natural and dried on patios, this lot highlights the region’s expressive potential. Extended fruit contact during drying develops aromatic complexity and enhances perceived sweetness in the cup, resulting in a coffee that balances approachability with character.

Altitude: 1125m - 1420m ASL Processing: Natural Variety: Arara Harvest: 2025 Region: Mantiqueira, Minas Gerais, Brazil  Producer: Smallholder farmers of the Mantiqueria Collective

This natural-processed coffee from Brazil's Mantiqueira region represents the work of smallholder farmers collaborating within the Mantiqueira Collective. Grown on the Arara varietal at elevations between 1125–1420 meters in Minas Gerais, the lot develops a rounded body with gentle acidity—characteristics often shaped by natural processing, which allows extended fruit contact with the bean. Rosetta Roastery identifies almond and dried fruit notes, inviting drinkers to explore the interplay between nutty sweetness and concentrated fruit character. The profile suggests balance over intensity, making this a approachable entry point into naturally processed Brazilian coffees.