Brazil - Anaerobic Natural - Yuki Minami
Regular price
$19.50
Grind Size
Origin: Brazil
Region: Cerrado Mineiro region of Minas Gerais.
Variety: Red and Yellow Catuai, Mundo Novo
Altitude: 1,145 meters above sea level.
Processing: Natural
Notes of: Brown sugar, graham cracker, orange zest, and red apple
Cerrado Mineiro, Brazil – Yuki Minami
This coffee comes from the Cerrado Mineiro region of Brazil, a high-altitude savannah best known for its vibrant agriculture and now, its rising specialty coffee scene. Grown by Yuki Minami and her team at Aequitas Coffee, this lot represents a new chapter in Brazilian coffee: one rooted in transparency, equity, and quality.
Yuki, a third-generation Brazilian of Japanese descent, returned to her family’s farm in the mid-2010s with a mission to elevate the quality of the region’s coffee and bring it to the world. Alongside her neighbors, she formed Aequitas, a collective dedicated to fair trade and producer empowerment.
Their farm, Fazenda Santo Antonio, is now a hub of innovation: raised drying beds, controlled fermentation in 4,000-liter trunks, and post-harvest experimentation led by agronomists and PhDs. The result? A clean, sweet, and complex coffee that honors its roots and elevates every cup.
The Evolution of Brazilian Coffee
Brazil has always played a central role in the coffee world — a powerhouse of production, known for dependable volumes and smooth, familiar profiles. But for years, that same consistency kept it boxed in as a commodity origin, not a source of standout, specialty lots.
That’s beginning to change.
Across Brazil, a new generation of growers is stepping forward — young, educated, and deeply connected to global coffee culture. They’re taking over family farms and introducing new techniques: controlled fermentations, selective harvesting, raised beds, and a renewed focus on cup quality.
It’s a cultural shift as much as a technical one. Many are working alongside parents and grandparents who built their livelihoods in the commodity market. But with each successful harvest and recognition from international buyers, they’re proving that Brazilian coffee can be more than expected — it can be exceptional.
This is Brazil at a turning point — still grounded in tradition, but reaching for something more.
Regular price
$19.50
Grind Size
Origin: Brazil
Region: Cerrado Mineiro region of Minas Gerais.
Variety: Red and Yellow Catuai, Mundo Novo
Altitude: 1,145 meters above sea level.
Processing: Natural
Notes of: Brown sugar, graham cracker, orange zest, and red apple
Cerrado Mineiro, Brazil – Yuki Minami
This coffee comes from the Cerrado Mineiro region of Brazil, a high-altitude savannah best known for its vibrant agriculture and now, its rising specialty coffee scene. Grown by Yuki Minami and her team at Aequitas Coffee, this lot represents a new chapter in Brazilian coffee: one rooted in transparency, equity, and quality.
Yuki, a third-generation Brazilian of Japanese descent, returned to her family’s farm in the mid-2010s with a mission to elevate the quality of the region’s coffee and bring it to the world. Alongside her neighbors, she formed Aequitas, a collective dedicated to fair trade and producer empowerment.
Their farm, Fazenda Santo Antonio, is now a hub of innovation: raised drying beds, controlled fermentation in 4,000-liter trunks, and post-harvest experimentation led by agronomists and PhDs. The result? A clean, sweet, and complex coffee that honors its roots and elevates every cup.
The Evolution of Brazilian Coffee
Brazil has always played a central role in the coffee world — a powerhouse of production, known for dependable volumes and smooth, familiar profiles. But for years, that same consistency kept it boxed in as a commodity origin, not a source of standout, specialty lots.
That’s beginning to change.
Across Brazil, a new generation of growers is stepping forward — young, educated, and deeply connected to global coffee culture. They’re taking over family farms and introducing new techniques: controlled fermentations, selective harvesting, raised beds, and a renewed focus on cup quality.
It’s a cultural shift as much as a technical one. Many are working alongside parents and grandparents who built their livelihoods in the commodity market. But with each successful harvest and recognition from international buyers, they’re proving that Brazilian coffee can be more than expected — it can be exceptional.
This is Brazil at a turning point — still grounded in tradition, but reaching for something more.
Humble roots from our San Francisco apartment
Sonreír began our San Francisco apartment, selling freshly roasted coffee to freinds and family, fueled by a love for great coffee and a desire to share it. What started as home roasting quickly evolved into a deeper commitment—to sourcing with intention, supporting smallholder farmers, and perfecting every batch.
From those early roasts at home to our small-batch production in Berkeley, our mission remains the same—creating coffee that connects, inspires, and brings a little more joy to every cup.
Small Batch Coffee Fresh-Roasted
At Sonreír, we believe great coffee is a journey and embrace the spirit of continuous improvement. Always refining our roasting process to bring out the best in every bean.
We roast small batches on our 5kg Probat gas roaster in Berkeley, CA. This hands-on approach ensures every cup delivers the vibrant flavors and joyful experience we strive for.