Colibri coffee range of single micro lots and blends caters for all tastes and preparation methods. From smooth light/medium roast single origins to medium/high roast filter  Brazil Mantiqueira coffee, originating from the Mantiqueira de Minas region in Brazil, is renowned for its high-quality, specialty coffee production, particularly known for its unique terroir and the expertise of local producers, resulting in a diverse sensory profile.
Here's a more detailed look at Mantiqueira coffee:
Key Characteristics:
Geographical Indication :
The Mantiqueira de Minas region was designated a Geographical Indication in 2011, recognising its tradition and reputation for producing specialty coffees.
Terroir:
The region's high altitudes, rich soils, and abundant water, combined with generations of coffee know-how, result in bright, clean, and sweet coffees.
Small Producers:
The region is composed of mostly small producers who are pioneers in creating rare and astonishing coffees.
Award-Winning:
Mantiqueira de Minas is considered one of the most awarded regions in Brazil for its coffee production.
Hand-Picking:
Unlike much of Brazil, hand-picking is a common practice in Mantiqueira, made necessary by the region's rugged, mountainous landscape.
SCAA Points:
All coffees from the region are a minimum of 82 SCAA points, with many entering the late harvest Cup of Excellence in Brazil.
Flavor Profiles:
Mantiqueira coffees are known for their sweet, well-balanced cups with notes of chocolate, hazelnut, raspberry, plum, and citrus.
Process:
Coffees are carefully hand-picked at peak ripeness, then pulped and patio-dried.
Natural Processing:
Some coffees are also known for their natural processing method, where the fruit remains on the coffee cherries, and they are dried whole, resulting in mild fruity notes, good body, and lower acidity.