Brazil 14/16

Sourced from Comexim Ltda. in Minas Gerais, Brazil, this naturally processed coffee undergoes the Swiss Water® Process, a decaffeination method that uses water, temperature, time, and carbon filtration to remove caffeine without the use of chemical solvents.

Minas Gerais is one of Brazil's most prominent coffee-growing regions, known for producing approachable, well-balanced coffees with smooth bodies and naturally sweet flavor profiles. Natural processing, in which the coffee cherry is dried with the fruit intact, often contributes to the rich sweetness and full-bodied characteristics associated with Brazilian coffees.

The Swiss Water® Process is a chemical-solvent-free decaffeination method that uses Green Coffee Extract (GCE), a solution containing the water-soluble compounds naturally found in green coffee, to selectively remove caffeine. Through a combination of controlled temperature, time, and carbon filtration, caffeine is gradually extracted while preserving much of the coffee's original flavor and character.

The process removes 99.9% of caffeine, offering a decaffeinated coffee without the use of chemical solvents.

Swiss Water® Decaf is a popular choice among specialty coffee roasters and consumers seeking a chemical-solvent-free alternative to traditional decaffeination methods. Its gentle processing helps preserve the coffee's natural sweetness, body, and flavor characteristics.

Brazilian coffees are particularly well suited for this process, as their naturally balanced profiles often feature notes of chocolate, nuts, and caramel. These characteristics make Brazil Swiss Water® Decaf a versatile option for espresso blends, single-origin decaf offerings, and everyday brewing.

For roasters looking to offer a high-quality decaf with a recognizable, chemical-solvent-free processing method, Swiss Water® provides an excellent combination of flavor preservation, consistency, and consumer appeal.