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Region Overview
Espírito Santo, located in southeastern Brazil, is the country’s second-largest coffee-producing state. Unlike Minas Gerais or São Paulo, which focus heavily on Arabica, Espírito Santo is best known for its robusta (conilon) production, though Arabica is also cultivated in its highland areas. Its diverse geography — from coastal plains to mountainous terrain — creates a wide range of flavor profiles.
Characteristics
Altitude: Highland Arabica farms reach up to 1,200 meters, producing brighter, more complex flavors.
Climate: Coastal areas favor robusta with hot, humid conditions, while cooler highlands nurture Arabica.
Farming Style: Many smallholder farms, often family-run, with increasing adoption of sustainable practices.
Production Mix: Roughly 70% robusta (conilon) and 30% Arabica, making it unique among Brazilian regions.
Flavour Profile
Espírito Santo coffee is recognized for its bold, earthy character, with:
Strong body and lower acidity (especially in robusta)
Notes of wood, nuts, and dark chocolate
Arabica lots offering more delicate, fruity, and floral tones
A lingering, powerful finish
This makes it a popular choice for espresso blends and instant coffee, while specialty Arabicas from the highlands are gaining recognition.
Why Espírito Santo Coffee Stands Out
Robusta Leadership: Espírito Santo is Brazil’s largest producer of robusta, vital for blends and soluble coffee.
Diversity: Offers both strong, earthy robustas and nuanced Arabicas from mountain regions.
Tradition: Coffee farming is deeply tied to family heritage, with generations of growers.
Emerging Specialty Market: