The Monogram Roastery presents a unique selection from the Rancho Grande farm, offering a classic Brazilian flavor profile with a delicate sweetness and creamy texture. This naturally processed coffee captivates with notes of milk chocolate, hazelnuts, and nougat, which blend perfectly with a smooth body and low acidity. Thanks to its versatile flavor profile, it is an ideal choice for espresso and alternative brewing methods.
The Rancho Grande farm is located in the heart of Brazil's Minas Gerais region, which is renowned for its long history of coffee cultivation. The farm's history dates back to 1933, when Mr. Aneite Reis inherited five hectares of coffee fields and laid the foundations for today's business. Today, the farm is run by his son Jose Carlos Reis together with his son Flavim (known as Fafa) Reis. The family farm emphasizes not only the quality of the coffee, but also sustainability and care for its employees. Many of them live directly on the farm in houses with subsidized energy and food costs, which promotes community life and team stability. In addition to coffee cultivation, the farm also raises cattle for milk and meat production, which ensures greater diversification and income stability.
Coffee from the Rancho Grande farm undergoes careful natural processing that brings out its sweetness and full body. After being hand-picked, the cherries are sorted at a wet mill, where they are separated according to ripeness. They are then transferred to static drying boxes—special devices with ventilation holes at the bottom that allow for even airflow and controlled drying for 16 days at a temperature of around 29 °C. Once the ideal moisture content (11.7%) is reached, the coffee is left to rest for 31 days to stabilize its flavor, after which it is hulled and transported to the COCATREL warehouse. The final stage involves drying on a patio and finishing in a rotary dryer to achieve a final moisture content of 11.5%. Thanks to this thorough process, the coffee retains its rich flavor profile.