Brazil Caramello is exactly the kind of coffee you reach for when you want an espresso full of sweetness, a rich body, and familiar, comforting flavors. Behind this coffee is the Dutch roaster DAK Coffee Roasters, which prides itself on distinctive and easily recognizable flavor profiles. In the cup, you’ll find notes of milk chocolate, hazelnuts, and caramel. The result is a smooth and long-lasting espresso that works great on its own but also holds its own in a cappuccino or flat white.
The base is a single-origin coffee from Brazil, specifically from the Minas Gerais region, which is known for producing sweet and full-bodied coffees. The beans come from the Jaguara farm and are of the Yellow Catuaí variety. The coffee was grown at an elevation of 1, 040 meters above sea level, which—along with its origin and processing—contributes to its distinctive body and sweet character. It is a coffee intended primarily for espresso and contains a full amount of caffeine, making it a reliable morning pick-me-up.
The coffee is processed using the natural (dry) method, meaning the coffee cherries are dried whole, along with their pulp. This is what helps bring out the natural sweetness and gives the resulting espresso a fuller body. In Caramello, this character is mainly reflected in a pleasantly sweet profile, notes of caramel and nuts, and a smooth, velvety texture. If you’re looking for an espresso that isn’t unnecessarily complicated but still offers a distinctive flavor and beautiful sweetness, Caramello is a very appealing choice.
- Elevation: 1,040 m above sea level
- Farm: Jaguara