Posts by Rob Stewart
Bom Jesus Coffee Farm: A Testament to Sustainable Excellence and Enduring Partnerships
At Minas Hill, we take pride in fostering long-term partnerships with coffee farmers who share our commitment to quality, sustainability, and community. Among our cherished collaborations stands Bom Jesus Coffee Farm, a beacon of excellence nestled in the Alta Mogiana Region. Founded by Flavia and Gabriel’s ancestors nearly 150 years ago, Bom Jesus embodies a…
Read MoreHow long will prices remain high?
Recently, the Coffee C price, which represents Arabica coffee futures traded on the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), has experienced a steady climb to a 6 month high with fluctuations influenced by various factors. This year’s El Nino weather event is creating a bullish platform for coffee prices. An El Nino pattern typically brings heavy rains to…
Read MoreExploring Brazil Peaberry
Peaberries are fascinating. At Minas Hill, we have long been purveyors of specialty peaberries. We have often cupped them against some very high-scoring regular coffees, and in most cases, they have displayed phenomenal cup characteristics. WHAT IS A PEABERRY? Let us start with the coffee cherry. Inside, you would expect to find two seeds, one…
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