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Suited to all brew methods and will produce a very smooth crowd pleasing coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBold\u003c\/strong\u003e - Most of the coffees in our bold category are blends and a big reason behind this is that they are designed more for espresso based beverages. 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Farmers here own less than half a hectare of land, on average, and in addition to growing coffee, they also grow crops like bananas, beans, yams, taro, and cassava, both for sale and for household use. There are 1740 farmers that deliver to this washing station. Each farmer has roughly 240 trees on about a tenth of a hectare of land.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the small size and yield on the average coffee farm or plot, washing stations are the primary point of purchase for Burundi. Unlike other coffee-growing regions in Central and South America where landholdings are slightly larger and coffee-centric resources are more available, most producers do not have space on their property or the financial means to do their wet- or dry-milling. Instead, the majority of growers deliver cherry to a facility that does sorting, blending, and post-harvest processing of day lots to create different offerings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike many of its neighbors in Africa, Burundi produces microlots almost by default. Each farmer owns an average of less than even a single hectare and delivers cherries to centralized depulping and washing stations, SOGESTALs (Sociéte de Gestion des Stations de Dépulpage Lavage), and it may take more than one producers’ delivery in order to create a lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis purchasing style makes it nearly impossible, if not completely impossible, to arrive at single-producer, single-farm, or single-variety lots. Instead, coffees are typically sold under the appellation of the washing station.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the leadership and management at the stations, both private- and state-run, the attention to detail in the processing makes a big difference. Meticulous sorting, fermenting and washing are necessary to create quality and uniformity among the coffee. The typical processing method in Burundi is somewhat similar to Kenya, with a “dry fermentation” of roughly 12 hours after de-pulping, followed by a soak of 12–14 hours in mountain water. 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Their farming legacy spans back to the 1900s. The tradition of producing coffee was passed down from Danilo's great-grandfather Elias Barbosa to his son Claudio Barbosa de Paula, and then to Danilo's father, Jairo Barbosa de Paula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1979, it was Danilo's turn to spearhead the Barbosa family business. Following in their ancestor's footsteps, Danilo's wife Imaculada Barbosa and sons Vitor Marcelo and Sergio Ricardo work together on their farms, keeping their passion alive generation after generation. Their extended family is also involved in the business, making a day in the office feel like a natural extension of their homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the decades, they have relentlessly sought to perfect their craft, incorporating the most advanced technologies available to unlock the full potential of this unique terroir in coffee production. By adopting outstanding coffee varieties and cutting edge technology, the Barbosa family quickly realized that they were producing something truly unique. In 2018, Danilo lead the family business through a pivotal moment in their journey, shifting their focus to producing specialty coffees, a move that underscored their adaptability and innovation. An essential part of this new journey and a merit of Danilo's vision was working closely with Deyvid Leandro, another local producer with over 20 years of experience in coffee production but a focus on Q-grading, quality control, and fermentation processes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis transition was successful immediately, with their coffees reaching prominent positions in competitions and awards from the very first harvest. Their excellence was further recognized when they became the Brazilian Champions of the Cup of Excellence in 2021 and 2024, the highest recognition in coffee competitions, a testament to their dedication and innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocated in the prestigious Cerrado Mineiro Region, the world's first Designation of Origin for coffee, the Barbosa Family production units are at the core of excellence. This origin is recognized for its unparalleled coffee quality, cutting-edge technology application, and unwavering commitment to sustainability. It's no wonder that this region is the largest certified area on the planet, bearing witness to their commitment to the finest coffee possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Barbosa family farms encompass a total area of 3,322 hectares, with 983 hectares dedicated to coffee production. 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Additionally, Brazil's robust coffee cooperatives and associations provide crucial support to farmers, promoting best practices and sustainable development. 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His childhood was marked by the tireless struggle of his mother, a resilient and hardworking woman who, as a single mother of four children, supported her family with the only resource she had: her work picking coffee. Without land of their own or a stable roof over their heads, they lived for years in a neighbor's house, sharing the space with the hope of one day owning a home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork was part of everyday life, and from a young age they learned that their livelihood depended on everyone's efforts. Their mother, with no other option, took them with her to the farms where she picked coffee, and their siblings took turns helping out. While some filled the baskets with ripe beans, the youngest children watched over the baby in a hammock strung between the trees. This is how they grew up, in an environment where work was not only a necessity but also the greatest lesson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen his mom finally secured a plot of land to build on, her dream of owning a home began to take shape. The first house was constructed using wattle and daub, built through community efforts known as mingas, where neighbours came together to support each other. Over time, with the help of Councilman Marino Ortega, they were able to obtain a sanitary battery through a municipal government program. Gradually, the family established their home, creating not only a roof over their heads but also the foundation for a more stable future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDani started his education at a children's home, but from a young age, he combined school with work. He attended elementary school in the El Tabor neighbourhood and, when he reached high school, had to commute daily to the village school. His days were demanding: in the mornings, he attended classes, and in the afternoons, he helped around the house or worked as a coffee picker. In eighth grade, he chose to return to school in the El Tabor neighbourhood, where the teacher, recognizing his effort and responsibility, allowed him to miss some days to work. However, by ninth grade, he decided to drop out of school to focus entirely on work, prioritizing his support for his family and his own professional growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 17, Dani and his older brother, Carlos, started working part-time on a piece of land where they grew coffee. When there was no work available on that farm, Dani also worked on neighboring farms and seized the opportunity to plant beans on rented land. Over the course of four years, growing beans allowed them to save money, buy tools, and enhance their financial stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 20, Dani met Luisa, and together they began building their family. Due to his close relationship with his father-in-law, Carlos, Dani asked for a plot of land to farm, but at that time, he did not receive a positive response. However, in 2019, Don Carlos acquired a new farm in La Ermita and decided to give Dani and Luisa some land to work on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince then, they began planting yellow Caturra coffee and eventually shifted to Pink Bourbon, a variety known for its cold resistance and potential to produce specialty coffee. Although they continued to reside in El Tabor, they frequently travelled to La Ermita, which is located an hour away. The pandemic brought travel restrictions that made accessing their plot even more challenging, lengthening their commute and testing their commitment to the project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe wanted to produce specialty coffee and learn more about quality and the market. Inspired by the other producers in the area with whom he worked as a harvester, he decided to evaluate his first harvest of yellow caturra through a cupping session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe learned about the MonKaaba project from Diana Quinayas's husband, Yoni. Motivated by his desire to improve the quality of his coffee, he brought in his first sample. Although his production was still small, it was well-received and marketed as a \"Las Nubes\" blend. At MonKaaba, he seized every opportunity to learn, participating in cupping sessions where he discovered how to identify and correct issues in fermentation and cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis commitment to coffee and collaborative spirit also led him to support the MonKaaba team, especially during harvest time. With his most recent harvest, he achieved a significant milestone: selling his first batch under his own name, which represented the culmination of years of effort and learning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProcessing Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cherries are harvested every three weeks, allowing the plants to rest for two weeks. The first days picking is placed in a wooden hopper and left to ferment for 24 hours. The second day’s picking is then added to this mass and depulped together on the second day. The depulped coffee, undergoes a dry ferment in ceramic tanks of 36 hours, and then water is added to cover the mass where it is then left to ferment for another 12 hours. 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