This natural-processed coffee originates from the Cerrado region of Brazil at 1200 meters above sea level. It is a blend sourced from 12 select farmers and processed by Volcafe Santos in Varginha, Minas Gerais. The varietals include Mundo Novo, Catuai Red and Yellow, Topazio, Catucai, and Acaia. The natural processing involves collecting ripe and raisin cherries, sun-drying for 2-7 days, mechanical drying, and 30 days resting in wood boxes. Flavor notes include dark chocolate, brown sugar, and granola.
Pair Cupworks is a specialty micro roastery in Mesa, Arizona, founded by Kimhak Em and Eugenia Tai. Kimhak brings over 30 years of food service experience and a culinary background; Eugenia combines structural engineering with commercial illustration and handles the brand's visual identity. They began roasting in 2017, initially selling beans online while working day jobs, and opened their first coffee bar in 2020. Food & Wine Magazine named them Best Coffee Roaster in the state in 2022. They roast in small batches with the goal of developing clean flavours that respect the work of farmers and producers. Wholesale clients now stretch across the US and into Europe and Asia.
