Presented by Gathering Coffee, Professor Lucas Luzada and Mió, this collector's edition showcases three landmark coffees that represent significant advances in the study of purposeful post-processing fermentation methods. Based on the calibration of 500 independent observations, data-driven protocols were used to reverse the effects of climate warming. These protocols not only rescued otherwise overripe cherries, but also significantly enhanced the sensory experience in the cup, demonstrating the quality and flavour diversity of the Mió crop.
Producer: Mió + Professor Lucas Louzada
Region: Minas Gerais, southeastern Brazil
Variety: Yellow Catucai
Terroir: 900-1100 masl, temperate tropical climate
Process: Assisted Fermentation (various), dried naturally
Brevi
Fermentation protocol — Carbonic Fermentation (72hrs)
This lot was processed with a carbonic maceration technique very similar to that used in winemaking. The overripe cherries were enclosed in an oxygen-free tank at a temperature of 38°C for 72 hours and then dried naturally, without washing.
Variety - Yellow Catucai
Tastes like: Toffee + Cognac + Viscous
Cerevi
Fermentation protocol — Yeast fermentation (72hrs)
This lot was processed with a technique that utilises the power of baker's yeast to drive fermentation. The overripe cherries were placed in oxygen-free tanks and inoculated with the yeast to kick-start the process. Glucose and fructose were then added to further fuel the fermentation that lasted 72 hours before the cherries were dried naturally, without washing.
Variety - Yellow Catucai
Tastes like: Blackberry + Strawberry + Floral
Lacti
Fermentation protocol — Volcanic fermentation (72hrs)
This lot was processed with a method that utilises the power of baker's yeast and oxygen to drive fermentation. In an oxygen-rich environment, the overripe cherries were carefully placed into small mounds and inoculated with the yeast to kick-start the process. After 72 hours, the cherries were moved to be dried naturally, without washing.
Variety - Yellow Catucai
Tastes like: Peach + Yoghurt + Floral
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