Edmar and his signature honey coffees

September, packed bags and the Araponga sky

We arrived in Araponga in September 2026, excited and with a substantial responsibility: to discover coffees from the region and help more people find them. There were three of us, carrying luggage and equipment to explore, roast and taste the coffees we would encounter.

The forecast had not looked promising. Yet on arrival we found a vivid blue sky. The light showers that came during the trip also became part of the experience and our conversations about the surrounding environment.

Coffee begins with care for the land

It was during this visit to Matas de Minas that we met Edmar: producer, friend and mentor. Our admiration grew from his work with coffee, his attention to the soil and his willingness to share his knowledge.

During the visit, he showed us his way of growing coffee alongside other fruits and vegetables in the same space. We talked about caring for the land, the cultivation cycle and the experience gained from following this work closely.

There was also time to teach, listen and exchange ideas. That closeness is an important part of the story we want to share with the people discovering our coffees.

Honey, Red Honey and Black Honey

During that encounter, Edmar wanted to introduce us to three coffees he clearly cared deeply about: a Honey, a Red Honey and a Black Honey. Beyond the names of the processes, what caught our attention was how closely he followed each coffee and the care he took in recognising when to stop.

One of the most memorable moments came with the Honey. As samples were prepared for roasting and tasting, the aroma recalled very sweet, tropical pineapple. This is an impression from that encounter, those samples and the people who were there to discover them.

The visit left us with an invitation: to approach Edmar’s honey coffees and the diversity of Brazilian coffee with curiosity. To find out which lots are available today, explore the collection and talk to our team.