Brazil Limeira is a naturally processed specialty green coffee from the Limeira farm in the Mogiana region of São Paulo State — one of Brazil's oldest and most established specialty coffee-growing areas. Grown at 1,000 metres and above, scored SCA 83, and processed using the natural dry method where whole cherries are sun-dried to allow the fruit to fully develop sweetness and body within the bean. The cup is full-bodied and approachable: milk chocolate, roasted nuts, and berry fruit, with a fine citric acidity that keeps the profile clean and balanced rather than flat. A consistent, farm-identified Brazilian natural suited to medium and medium-dark roast profiles for home roasters exploring single origin Brazilian green coffee. 100% Arabica, available in 1 lb, 2.5 lb, 10 lb, 15 lb, and 30 lb.
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Cup profile +
Aroma
Cocoa, roasted nuts, light fruit
Tasting notes
Milk chocolate, roasted nuts, berries
Acidity
Fine citric, bright but balanced
Body
Rich, rounded, approachable
Finish
Clean, sweet, medium length
Roasting guide +
Mogiana naturals are among the most forgiving Brazilian greens to roast at home. The 1,000 metres and above altitude produces a moderately dense bean with clear, audible first crack signals and predictable development. Allow a full drying phase before entering Maillard — natural process greens carry residual fruit sugars that need time to drive off before the bean develops cleanly. The milk chocolate and nut character of this lot emerges early in development and deepens progressively through medium-dark without becoming harsh.
Medium roast
Drop 45 seconds after first crack. Milk chocolate and roasted nut character fully developed. Berry brightness present. Caramel finish. Best for single origin filter, pour-over, and home espresso.
Medium-dark roast
Drop 75 seconds after first crack. Dark chocolate deepens, berry recedes, body increases. Sweet, roasted finish. Excellent for home espresso where full body and sweetness under milk are the priority.
Dark roast
Drop 10 seconds after second crack. Bold dark chocolate and roasted warmth. Heavy body. Natural sweetness persists. Well suited to French press and stovetop espresso brewing at home.
About this coffee +
Mogiana is one of Brazil's oldest coffee-growing regions, straddling the border between São Paulo State and southern Minas Gerais. Coffee cultivation here dates back to the 19th century, and the region has built a long track record of producing clean, well-structured Brazilian Arabica with the balanced sweetness and full body that have made Brazilian coffee a staple of specialty espresso programs worldwide. The Limeira farm within the Mogiana region contributes farm-identified lots that offer traceability beyond the regional designation — buyers can connect their green coffee directly to a named farm rather than an anonymous regional aggregate.
Natural processing on raised beds or patios allows the whole cherry to sun-dry slowly, transferring fruit sugars and aromatics into the bean over several weeks before milling. For Brazilian naturals at this altitude, the process produces the characteristic milk chocolate, nut, and berry profile that makes them approachable and versatile across a wide range of brewing methods and roast levels. Unlike higher-altitude Ethiopian or Colombian naturals, Brazilian naturals from Mogiana roast predictably and do not require the level of technical precision that more delicate origins demand — making them an excellent starting point for home roasters building experience with natural process green coffee.
The SCA 83 score confirms specialty grade quality and clean cup character across all tasted samples. For home roasters who want a reliable, consistent green coffee to develop their roasting skills with, and for those who want to brew a classic Brazilian profile at home without the uncertainty of lower-grade lots, the Limeira farm natural delivers exactly what the origin is known for at a verified quality level.
Specifications +
Origin
Brazil
Region
Mogiana, São Paulo State
Farm
Limeira
Process
Natural (Sun-Dried)
Grade
Specialty — SCA 83
Altitude
1,000+ masl
Species
100% Arabica
Recommended roast
Medium, medium-dark, dark
Available sizes
1 lb, 2.5 lb, 10 lb, 15 lb, 30 lb
Frequently asked questions +
Is Brazilian natural green coffee a good starting point for home roasting?
Yes — Brazilian naturals from regions like Mogiana are widely recommended as one of the best starting points for home roasters. The beans roast predictably with clear first crack signals, the natural process produces a forgiving cup that performs well across a range of development times, and the milk chocolate and nut profile is familiar and accessible. Unlike high-altitude Ethiopian or Colombian greens where small roasting variables produce significant cup changes, Brazilian naturals from Mogiana are tolerant of minor timing variations while still delivering a satisfying, quality cup.
What brewing methods work best with this roasted coffee?
At medium roast the milk chocolate and berry character shines through pour-over and drip brewing where the clean citric acidity is most noticeable. At medium-dark the full body makes it particularly satisfying as a home espresso or Moka pot coffee where the sweetness and body come through under pressure. At dark roast the heavy body and roasted chocolate notes suit French press brewing where full-immersion extraction maximises body and sweetness in the cup.
What does farm-identified mean for this lot?
Farm-identified means this lot can be traced to the Limeira farm within the Mogiana region rather than being an anonymous regional aggregate of multiple farms. Most commercial Brazilian green coffee is sold under regional designations without farm-level traceability. Farm identification gives home roasters a clearer picture of where their coffee comes from and allows them to track quality across harvests from the same source.
How should I store this green coffee?
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light and moisture. Green coffee is stable for 12 to 18 months in correct storage conditions. We ship all our green coffee in 9 layer hermetic Ecotact bags to preserve moisture content and the aromatic character of this lot between roasting sessions.
