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Fazenda Santa Monica

Roasted by Yardstick Coffee

Third-generation Brazilian farm coffee with yeast fermentation and complex sweetness.

Fazenda Santa Monica — Yardstick Coffee
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warm hazelnutsweet sugarcanetangy Concord grape

From the roaster

Brazil can be full of surprises. From a third-generation farm in Minas Gerais, this Catuai 99 underwent a Yeast Oro 60-hour fermentation, a precise and controlled process where a specific yeast strain shapes the cup from inside out. The result is anything but typical: warm hazelnut, sweet sugarcane, and a tangy Concord grape finish that's rich and complex. Expect full-bodied sweetness in your every brew.

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Context

This washed Catuai 99 from Fazenda Santa Monica arrives via Yardstick Coffee with a warm, nutty profile anchored by hazelnut and sweet sugarcane notes, brightened by tangy Concord grape acidity. The washed process employed here typically emphasizes clarity and cleanliness—qualities that allow the varietal's character to shine through the roaster's development choices. This lot represents the signature terroir and processing traditions of Minas Gerais, a region long celebrated for balanced, versatile coffees suited to both espresso and filter preparations.

Buy — $850 from Yardstick Coffee

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Fazenda Santa Monica grown?

Fazenda Santa Monica, roasted by Yardstick Coffee, is sourced from Cerrado Mineiro, Brazil.

What does Fazenda Santa Monica taste like?

Expect tasting notes of warm hazelnut, sweet sugarcane, and tangy Concord grape.

How is Fazenda Santa Monica processed?

Fazenda Santa Monica uses the Washed process.

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